Dermatophyllum secundiflorum (Texas Mountain Laurel)
Botanical Information
Family | Facaceae |
Genus | Dermatophyllum |
Species | secundiflorum |
Category | Tropicals |
Type | Tree (evergreen) |
Origin | South United States of America to north and central Mexico. |
Details
USDA Hardiness Zone | 8 - 11 |
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Height | 3 - 4.5 m |
Growth | Slow |
Flowering Period | April, May |
Description and Growing Information
Landscape | Makes a great border, container or windbreak plant. |
Cultivation | Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. |
Pests | It is deer resistant. |
Notable Specimens | Desert Botanical Gardens, Phoenix, Arizona, United States of America. |
Flower Description | Blue in colour. |