Desert Lavender Condea (Hyptis) emoryiThe flowers of Desert Lavender are an important nectar source for desert honeybees during their major spring blooms. Desert Lavender is drought tolerant and readily available as a desert or mid-elevation land species.Flowers: J F M A M J J A S O N DStatus: NativeOrigin: Arid desert washes of Arizona, southern Nevada and southeast CaliforniaFamily: Lamiaceae (Mint family)Size: 9′ tallSun: Full, tolerates reflected heatWatering: Supplemental during summer heatGrowth Rate:Soil: Well drained preferredTemperature:Pruning: Lightly head back in late winterDisease and Pests:Uses: Nectar plant for bees. Host for the Gray Hairstreak butterflyNotes: Special value for native beesResourcesASU Library Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Desert Survivors Larval Database Southwest Desert Flora Maricopa County Pollinator Pathway Plant ListSmart Plant Tags Imagine a world where every garden, school yard, and public space becomes an immersive and educational experience. A place where nature and knowledge intertwine to create stunning interpretive trails. With a simple scan using your smartphone, you’ll unlock a whole new level of information and convenience. Products search Free Plant Tag PDFDesert-LavenderDownloadShare this:FacebookXWhatsAppPinterestRedditPrintLike this:Like Loading...