Teucrium fruticans is a hardy Mediterranean shrub valued for its silvery-grey foliage, soft texture, and masses of pale blue flowers. It is highly drought tolerant and performs exceptionally well in coastal gardens, low-water landscapes, and formal hedging. Its naturally rounded habit and contrasting foliage colour make it a versatile structural plant.
Light requirement: Full sun
Water requirement: Low
Watering frequency: Occasional once established
Soil: Well-draining soil; thrives in sandy or poor soils
Skill level: Beginner
Growth rate: Moderate to fast
Suitable for container gardens: Yes, suitable for large pots and formal shaping
Mature Height: 1.5–3 m
Mature Width: 1.5–3 m
Seasonality: Evergreen
Drought Tolerant: High
Frost Tolerant: Moderate (light frost tolerant)
Wind Tolerant: High; excellent coastal performer
Leaf colour: Silvery-grey
Leaf Variegation pattern: No
Size of leaf: 1–3 cm long, oval
Flower Colour: Pale blue to lavender
Flower Shape: Small tubular flowers
Flower Fragrance: Light
Flower Season: Winter to spring, with intermittent flowering year-round in mild climates
Teucrium fruticans is a hardy Mediterranean shrub valued for its silvery-grey foliage, soft texture, and masses of pale blue flowers. It is highly drought tolerant and performs exceptionally well in coastal gardens, low-water landscapes, and formal hedging. Its naturally rounded habit and contrasting foliage colour make it a versatile structural plant.
Light requirement: Full sun
Water requirement: Low
Watering frequency: Occasional once established
Soil: Well-draining soil; thrives in sandy or poor soils
Skill level: Beginner
Growth rate: Moderate to fast
Suitable for container gardens: Yes, suitable for large pots and formal shaping
Mature Height: 1.5–3 m
Mature Width: 1.5–3 m
Seasonality: Evergreen
Drought Tolerant: High
Frost Tolerant: Moderate (light frost tolerant)
Wind Tolerant: High; excellent coastal performer
Leaf colour: Silvery-grey
Leaf Variegation pattern: No
Size of leaf: 1–3 cm long, oval
Flower Colour: Pale blue to lavender
Flower Shape: Small tubular flowers
Flower Fragrance: Light
Flower Season: Winter to spring, with intermittent flowering year-round in mild climates
