Stenaria nigricans (Lam.) Terrell

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Plant Characteristics

Growth Form

Herbaceous, Shrub

Height

1to2ft.

Spread

1to2ft.

Leaf Retention

Semi Evergreen

Lifespan

Perennial

Habitat and Care Requirements

Soil Type(s)

Sand, Gravelly, Rocky, Limestone, Calcareous

Light Requirement

Sun, Part Shade

Water Requirement

Medium

Native Habitat

Grassland

Bloom and Attraction

Bloom Color

White, Blue, Purple

Bloom Season

Spring, Summer, Fall

Seasonal Interest

Nectar

Wildlife Benefit

Butterflies

Maintenance

No serious disease problems. Easily grown. Avoid full sun locations in hot summer climates where morning sun with afternoon shade is probably best. Does well in rock gardens, wildflower gardens and borders. It is native to a variety of habitats including dry rocky prairies, rocky open woods, grassy hillsides, rocky stream banks, limestone bluffs, and along roadsides. Propagation: seed.

Comments

Blooms April-November. Plants branched, upright to sprawling. Leaves opposite, very narrow. The tiny flowers bloom in clusters at the stem ends. Flowers are followed by tiny, seeded fruits. Attracts butterflies.

Stenaria nigricans - Native Plant Society of Texas (npsot.org)

https://youtu.be/W4pzUvYVXdg?t=1571