Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Frankeniaceae

Genus:

Frankenia

Species:

Frankenia jamesii

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub , Subshrub

Height:

1-2 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jun, jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

White

Ground Cover:

Yes

Evergreen Shrub:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Colorado, New Mexico, Texas

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, alkaline, well-drained soil

pH:

6.5 - 8.5 (neutral to slightly alkaline)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to arid regions, tolerates saline conditions