A woody Mediterranean perennial that thrives on neglect. Full sun and sharp drainage are everything.
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Full sun
Zones 7–11
24–36 in apart, it becomes a small shrub.
Lean, gritty, sharply draining soil; pH 6.0–7.5. It hates wet feet more than anything.
Water only when the soil is dry; established plants are very drought-tolerant. Overwatering is the usual cause of death.
May – Jun
Jun – Oct
Slow and unreliable from seed; take softwood cuttings instead and root them in gritty mix or water. In zones below 7, grow in a pot and overwinter indoors in a bright, cool spot.
Good with Carrot, Bush bean, Cabbage, Sage. Keep apart from None notable.