perennialβ part shadeπ§π§ moderate waterZone 5a β Zone 10b
Yerba Buena is a low-growing, aromatic perennial groundcover native to the western United States with small oval leaves and delicate purple or lavender flowers. Traditionally used for tea and medicinal purposes, it spreads gently across the forest floor and tolerates shade.
Overview
Form
Spreading
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
0.5β1.5β² tall Γ 1β3β² wide
Dormancy
semi-evergreen
Tolerances & Soil
Zone 5aZone 10b
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ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 5a to Zone 10b
Seasonality
Bloom Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Harvest Season
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Season of Interest
SpringSummerFall
Ground cover
Low spreading plants that carpet the soil.
Succession Role
early successional
Native to the United States
Native Range
Western North America (California to British Columbia)