Acrostemon incurvus
Acrostemon incurvus, known as Curved Acrostemon, is an evergreen ornamental shrub from the Ericaceae family. It thrives in full sun with low water needs, suitable for USDA zones 8-10. This shrub grows to 0.5-1 meter in height and blooms with pink and white flowers from May to July. It prefers sandy, loamy, or chalky soils and attracts pollinators.
Light
Full sun
Watering
Low water
Soil
Sandy, Loamy, Chalky
Height
0.5–1 m
Spread
0.5–1 m
Zones
8–10
Flower colors
Plant in well-drained soil and provide full sun. Water sparingly as it is drought-tolerant. Pruning after flowering helps maintain its shape. This evergreen shrub is beneficial for pollinators.
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