Hyptis emoryi is a
medium to large shrub growing 6 to 10 feet tall, often a bit wider than
tall. The Santa Barbara Botanic Garden introduced this silver
foliaged variety. Hyptis emoryi blooms Winter into Spring and may still be
blooming a bit as Summer starts. The Desert Lavender is drought
tolerant but seems to appreciate infrequent summer water in drier
climates. Hyptis emoryi is a great nectar source for bees,
hummingbirds and a number of butterflies. Hyptis emoryi is Winter hardy into the low 20's or high
teens but will likely be damaged in the high 20's
High resolution images of Hyptis
emoryi are available.
