shrub, perennial

Dorycnium hirsutum | Ice Alpine

(Cytisus lotus)

This subshrub produces clusters of white flowers veined with pink from summer into fall. It is extremely drought tolerant. Cut plants back before new spring growth to renew. Often used as a "spiller" plant, draping over rocks, ledges or along the edges of paths. Canopy coverage: 7 square feet.

Water Requirement: very low, low

Sun Exposure: full sun

Cold Hardiness: cold hardy to 20F

Growth Rate: moderate

Height: 2 feet high

Width: 3 feet wide

Evergreen

Foliage Color: gray, white

Flower Color: white, pink

Flower Season: summer, fall