White osyris
Osyris alba
White osyris is a semi-parasitic Mediterranean shrub that attaches to the roots of nearby plants for supplemental nutrients. Plant it in well-drained soil in a sunny to partly shaded spot alongside suitable host plants such as grasses or shrubs. It is relatively drought-adaptable once established and requires minimal pruning.
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
24″
Watering Schedule
Every 10-14 Days • Water Moderately; Allow The Top Inch Of Soil To Dry Between Waterings
Soil pH
7 – 7.5
Temperature
-20° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed, Cutting
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle
Image: trefle.io — Taken May 15, 2021 by Sergio costantini (cc-by-sa)
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