This long-lived shrub is semi-evergreen, fast growing, and varies in size, depending on available moisture. Its wheat-colored branches are lined with small, olive-green, lobed leaves. It blooms in the spring with small white flowers, followed by white to pink feathery fruit clusters. It occurs over much of the southwestern U.S., and into northern Mexico, from 3000 to 8000 feet. Plant in full sun and well-drained soil. It responds to deep monthly irrigations.
Fallugia paradoxa (Apache Plume)
Fallugia paradoxa
Apache Plume, Ponil
This long-lived shrub is semi-evergreen, fast growing, and varies in size, depending on available moisture. Its wheat-colored branches are lined with small, olive-green, lobed leaves. It blooms in the spring with small white flowers, followed by white to pink feathery fruit clusters. It occurs over much of the southwestern U.S., and into northern Mexico, from 3000 to 8000 feet. Plant in full sun and well-drained soil. It responds to deep monthly irrigations.
| Plant Type | Native, Shrub |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Hardiness Zone | Zone 4 (-30° F) |
| Flower Color | White |
| Flower Season | Spring, Late Spring, Summer |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Height | 3' - 8' (ft) |
| Spread | 3' - 8' (ft) |
| Spacing | 60" (in) |
| Characteristics | Fruit & Berries, Semi-Evergreen, Showy |
| Attracts | Bees, Birds, Butterflies |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders |
| Tolerance | Drought |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sand |
| Soil PH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
Image by: MSWN
Image by: MSWN
This catalog is for reference purposes. Plants may not be available at all times in the nursery. Please check with our store for current availability.
