Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Hydrangeaceae

Genus:

Fendlera

Species:

Fendlera rupicola

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub

Height:

8-12 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

mar, apr, may, jun

Bloom Colors:

White, Pink

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Native Range

United States: Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, Nevada, Texas, Utah

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, well-drained, calcareous soil

pH:

6.5 - 8.0 (neutral to slightly alkaline)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to rocky slopes and cliffs