Violet Silverleaf

Leucophyllum Candidum

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Overview

The Violet Silverleaf (Leucophyllum candidum) is a compact evergreen shrub, admired for its dense silver foliage and profuse violet blooms. Thriving in full sun, this drought-tolerant plant reaches 4 to 5 feet in height and width. Its low-maintenance nature and periodic bursts of summer flowers make it ideal for accentuating southwest-style landscapes. Preferring well-drained soil, it's an excellent choice for xeriscaping and attracting pollinators.

Sun FullWater LowZones 9–11Climate Arid

Violet Silverleaf (Leucophyllum Candidum) — The Violet Silverleaf (Leucophyllum candidum) is a compact evergreen shrub

Violet Silverleaf (Leucophyllum Candidum) — admired for its dense silver foliage and profuse violet blooms

Violet Silverleaf (Leucophyllum Candidum) — Thriving in full sun, this drought-tolerant plant reaches 4 to 5 feet in height and width

Violet Silverleaf (Leucophyllum Candidum) — Preferring well-drained soil, it's an excellent choice for xeriscaping and attracting pollinators

Violet Silverleaf (Leucophyllum Candidum) — scientifically known as Leucophyllum candidum

Violet Silverleaf (Leucophyllum Candidum) — is an exquisite addition to any drought-tolerant landscape

Violet Silverleaf (Leucophyllum Candidum) — This hardy evergreen shrub, hailing from the figwort family, stands out due to its shimmering silvery foliage

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Low
USDA zones: 9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Scrophulariaceae
Climate: Arid

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Violet Silverleaf (Leucophyllum Candidum) — The Violet Silverleaf (Leucophyllum candidum) is a compact evergreen shrub

Violet Silverleaf (Leucophyllum Candidum) — admired for its dense silver foliage and profuse violet blooms

Violet Silverleaf (Leucophyllum Candidum) — Thriving in full sun, this drought-tolerant plant reaches 4 to 5 feet in height and width

Violet Silverleaf (Leucophyllum Candidum) — Preferring well-drained soil, it's an excellent choice for xeriscaping and attracting pollinators

Violet Silverleaf (Leucophyllum Candidum) — scientifically known as Leucophyllum candidum

Violet Silverleaf (Leucophyllum Candidum) — is an exquisite addition to any drought-tolerant landscape

Violet Silverleaf (Leucophyllum Candidum) — This hardy evergreen shrub, hailing from the figwort family, stands out due to its shimmering silvery foliage

Violet Silverleaf (Leucophyllum Candidum) — With a mature size ranging approximately from 4 to 5 feet in height and 4 to 5 feet in width

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