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Plumbago auriculata 'Alba'

Family Plumbaginaceae
Plant Type shrub
Zone USDA:   8a - 11   RHS:   H - FT   EGF:   H4 - G2   Australia:   2 - 5  
Care Level
Height 1.2 - 3 m (4 - 10 ft)
Spread 1.2 - 3 m (4 - 10 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The shrub Plumbago auriculata 'Alba' (white cape leadwort) is repeat-blooming and bears showy and white blossoms. The matte foliage is medium green and greyish aquamarine in colour, medium in texture, fragrant and evergreen. Plumbago auriculata 'Alba' (white cape leadwort) has smooth bark that is fragrant. A specimen plant, Plumbago auriculata 'Alba' (white cape leadwort) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, border, container, hedge, foundation, specimen, screening and tropical.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Plumbago auriculata 'Alba' tolerates salt. This shrub attracts butterflies to your garden.
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Plumbago auriculata 'Alba' (white cape leadwort) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.