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Desert Lavender
Scientific Name: Hyptis emoryi Torr.
Family: Lamiaceae

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Recommended Temperature Zone: sunset: 10,12-13 USDA: 8-10 Frost Tolerance: Hardy in Phoenix Sun Exposure: Full sun, tolerates reflected heat Origin: USA (Arizona, California, Nevada), northwestern Mexico, up to 3000 feet elevation (900 m) Growth Habits: Evergreen shrub, 6 to 10 feet tall (1.8-3 m), 6 to 12 feet wide (1.8-3.6 m); powder gray foliage Watering Needs: Little to moderate water once established, drought resistant, needs good drainage

Blooming Habits:
The Desert Lavender has clusters of violet flowers from spring to fall.