About
Ornithostaphylos oppositifolia is an evergreen shrub from Baja California producing opposite, leathery leaves and small, white, urn-shaped flowers in spring. A rewarding plant for a frost-free, sunny, well-drained garden.
About the genus
Ornithostaphylos are evergreen shrubs from western North America with opposite, leathery leaves and small, urn-shaped flowers. Grown in frost-free, sunny, well-drained gardens.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.