Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Hydrangeaceae

Genus:

Fendlerella

Species:

Fendlerella utahensis

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Shrub

Height:

3-4 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

Medium

Bloom Months:

apr, may, jun, jul, aug, sep

Bloom Colors:

White, Yellow

Landscaping Shrub:

Yes

Native Range

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

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

6.5 - 8.0 (neutral to slightly alkaline)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

adapted to arid, mountainous regions