Anemopsis californica (Yerba Mansa) passion fruit patio-tree

patio-tree

rock gardens and mass plantings

mounding shrub to 4-6ft tall and 5-8ft wide

Not considered very cold tolerant but proved hardy to at least 18° F

Anemopsis californica (Yerba Mansa) passion fruit patio-treeFull sun or shade; regular water. A California native rhizomatous perennial that grows to 1 foot high. Stems root as they grow along the surface, forming an unusual, solid ground cover. It will only spread where the soil is moist, so can be easily contained in a dry land garden. Large, waxy, dull gray green leaves. White flowers emerge on 1 foot high, slightly cone shaped spikes in spring thru summer. An excellent plant for water features. It can be