Polygalal myrtifolia ‘Mariposa’
Mariposa Sweet Pea Shrub
Evergreen-Deciduous | Evergreen |
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Overall Mature Size | Medium |
Mature Height & Spread | 3-5' x 3-5' |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
Water | Medium Water |
Flower Color | Purple |
Bloom Time | Summer, Fall |
Special Features | Coastal Conditions, Desert Conditions |
Container Sizes | #5 |
Natural Growth Habit | Rounding |
Sunset Garden Zones | 8, 9, 12-24 |
Plant Type | Shrub |
Polygala Mariposa (Sweet Pea Shrub) grows 3 to 4 feet tall in a dense rounded form. Sweet Pea Shrub has gray-green rounded leaves and has a free flowering nature with small purple flowers that look a little like peas. These attractive but small flowers can be found on the plant nearly year-round. Polygala Mariposa is best planted in full sun to partial shade with regular to little irrigation.