Silver Cape Ozothamnus
Ozothamnus leptophylla 'Silver Cape' PP #19,992
SKU
09109
Slender, upright stems, densely covered with tiny silver-green foliage produce a profusion of tiny, white, lace-like flower clusters at the stem tips. A durable New Zealand coastal native that loves heat. The fine silvery foliage is a perfect compliment to more heavily textured perennials in a sunny spot. Evergreen.
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Full sun
Once established, water occasionally; more in extreme heat.
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| Botanical Pronunciation | oh-zo-THAM-nus lep-toh-FIL-uh |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Upright growth, 3 ft. tall and wide. |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Gray-green |
| Garden Style | Rustic |
| Growth Habit | Rounded |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Landscape Use | Border, Hedge, Rock Garden, Coastal Exposure |
| Light Needs | Full sun |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Special Feature | Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Tolerates Poor Soils, Waterwise, Fast Growing, Heat Loving |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Watering Needs | Once established, water occasionally; more in extreme heat. |
Thrives in average to lean, well-drained soils. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Truly easy to care for - deadheading is as simple as a light shake of the limbs at the end of the bloom period!
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 9 - 10
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