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Leucophyllum frutescens 'White Cloud'

White Cloud Texas Ranger

Plant photo of: Leucophyllum frutescens 'White Cloud'
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Information by: George Hull MSN        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Can grow to 8' tall. Glistening white flowers, large, free blooming against gray leaves. Adapted to alkaline, well draining soils. Has a somewhat rangy form. Grey foliage blends well with other natives . Propagated from a seedling selection made in 1977 from a pink flowered clone found in Val Verde City, Texas.

 

Sun

Full

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust will also break down and improve the soil.