Aloysia
Aloysia chiapensis
Verbenaceae
Shrub
Ornamental
Evergreen
Fragrant
Attracts pollinators
About this plant
Aloysia chiapensis is an evergreen ornamental shrub that thrives in full sun and requires low water. It grows to a height of 0.5-1.5 meters and blooms with purple and white flowers from June to September. This plant prefers sandy, loamy, or chalky soil and attracts pollinators. It is known for its fragrant flowers and is suitable for USDA zones 7-10.
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
Calendar
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Indoor Sowing
Transplanting
Bloom Period
Harvest
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Indoor Sowing
Transplanting
Bloom Period
Harvest
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Growing Tips
- Plant in well-draining soil.
- Ensure full sun exposure.
- Water sparingly once established.
- Prefers sandy, loamy, or chalky soil.
- Fragrant flowers attract pollinators.
Data source: Trefle.io
