Aloysia chamaedryfolia
Aloysia chamaedryfolia is an ornamental evergreen shrub that thrives in full sun and requires low watering. It typically grows to a height of 0.5-1.5 meters and is suitable for USDA zones 7-10. This shrub blooms with white and pink flowers from June to September. It prefers sandy, loamy, or chalky soil, is fragrant, attracts pollinators, and is not toxic.
Light
Full sun
Watering
Low water
Soil
Sandy, Loamy, Chalky
Height
0.5–1.5 m
Spread
0.5–1 m
Zones
7–10
Flower colors
Plant in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Water sparingly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings. Prune after flowering to encourage bushier growth and more blooms.
The fragrant flowers are attractive to bees and butterflies, making it an excellent choice for a pollinator garden or a fragrant border.
