Alyogyne huegelii 'Monterey Bay' |
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Monterey Bay Blue Hibiscus |
Description
This open evergreen shrub to 10' tall bears dark purple flowers to 4" wide almost all year in mild climates. It requires heavy pruning, and should be grown in sun with little or no summer watering when established. The 'Monterey Bay' grows best with gooddrainage, but will tolerate relatively heavy soils if summer watering is infrequent. This plant will be severely damaged by temperatures between 20-25 degrees F.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Design Styles
Formal, Mediterranean, Spanish, Tropical
Accenting Features
Showyflower, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Summer
Location Uses
Foundation, Patio
Special Uses
Container
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds, Butterflies
Water Saving Tip:
Change sprinklers to drip around shrubs and trees and reduce water use nearly 60%. To learn how go to www.sustainablesm.org/landscape.
