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Lithodora

Lithodora is a genus of flowering plants in the family Boraginaceae, native to southwestern Europe, southern Greece, Turkey and Algeria. They are low-growing, evergreen shrubs and subshrubs, producing 5-lobed blue or white flowers. The Greek lithodora literally means "stone gift", referring to their preferred rocky habitats.

Species include:

  • Lithodora diffusa (Lag.) I.M.Johnst.
  • Lithodora fruticosa (L.) Griseb
  • Lithodora nitida, (Ern) R.Fern.
  • Lithodora oleifolia (Lapeyr.) Griseb
  • Lithodora rosmarinifolia (Ten.) I. M. Johnston

Blooms late spring to midsummer. Low-growing, showy ground cover. Excellent for rocky soil areas.

Size: 6-12" tall by 10-24" wide.

Space: 10-24" apart.

Water: Weekly during dry spells; more often until roots are established.

Hardiness: up to -10 degrees Fahrenheit.