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Manfreda maculosa - Texas Tuberose

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Manfreda maculosa is the illustrious Texas Tuberose, a jewel in the crown of the Southwestern United States' native flora. With its dramatic elongated silver-green leaves decorated with a smattering of dark maroon spots, this distinctive shrub derives an exotic and unique appeal. Displaying a two-foot stature and three-feet expansiveness, Texas Tuberose elegantly exhibits clusters of tuberose-like flowers, imbued by nature with a gentle blend of yellow-green and hints of burgundy hues. Amid the sultry summer months, this shrub unveils a grand spectacle as it births a majestic stalk adorned with bell-shaped flower clusters that perfume the night air and charm pollinators. With a deserved reputation for remarkable drought-tolerance, Texas Tuberose is a resilient gem in any landscape, thriving spectacularly in well-drained soils bathed in sun or gently brushed by partial shade. An ideal choice for desert or native rock gardens, or as an intriguing addition to xeriscape layouts, Texas Tuberose effortlessly couples low-water-usage practicality with a visually enthralling, olfactory-delighting presence.

  • Size: Up to 2 feet tall and 3 feet wide
  • Flowers: Yellow-green tuberose-like clusters with hints of burgundy
  • Foliage: Silver-green leaves dotted with maroon spots
  • Water usage: Low (drought-tolerant)
  • Sun exposure: Full sun to partial shade
  • Additional feature: Fragrant flowers at night, attractive to pollinators
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