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Founded in 1996, Western Star Nurseries is a trusted wholesale plant marketplace for landscapers, developers and retail nurseries. We are committed to supplying a diversified selection of quality ornamental trees and shrubs at competitive prices. With locations in the East Bay and south Sacramento, we are able to ship throughout Northern California, often within 24 hours. The Western Star staff, many of whom have been with the company since its start, bring with them many years of nursery and customer service experience. Our friendly, bilingual team looks forward to working with you.
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Bay Area, California Nursery
8255 Niles Canyon Road
P.O. Box 567
Sunol, CA 94586
Phone: 925-862-2411
Fax: 925-862-9008
South Sacramento, California Nursery
9394 Robson Road
P.O. Box 725
Galt, CA 95632
Phone: 209-744-2552
Fax: 209-744-2562
Featured Plant
Leucophyllum frutescens 'Green Cloud'
(Texas Ranger)
About Leucophyllum frutescens ‘Green Cloud’ (Texas Ranger)
This sun loving evergreen plant is called Leucophyllum frutescens ‘Green Cloud’. Commonly known as Texas Ranger this variety is native to the southwest region of the United States. Growing in an upright form at a moderate growth rate this variety reaches an average mature landscape size of 6-8′ tall by 6-8′ wide. Its densely packed leaves grow in symmetrical clusters along tall branches that welcome delicate purple flowers during the spring, summer and fall seasons. Blooming profusely, this shrub becomes a beautiful display of color while attracting local pollinators such as bees and butterflies with its sweet aroma.
Other common names this variety is known by also include Texas Sage.
Care And Planting Instructions
Plant Texas Ranger in an area that receives full sun exposure using well draining soil. Water regularly after planting to help it adapt well to its new location, then reduce frequency. Once established, this variety is drought tolerant. To encourage a robust growing season, use a general fertilizer in spring before new growth begins.
Landscape Design Ideas
Leucophyllum frutescens ‘Green Cloud’ can be planted in multiples along street medians or a large pathway. Plant it alongside other sun loving varieties such as Hesperaloe parviflora or Lomandra longifolia ‘Breeze’.
Botanical Name: Leucophyllum frutescens 'Green Cloud'
Common Name: Texas Ranger
Average Landscape Size: 6-8' x 6-8'
Plant Type: Evergreen
Bloom Color: Purple
Foliage Color: Green
Forms: Shrub
Sizes: 1 & 5 gallon
Special Features: Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Dramatic Color, Drought Tolerant, Good For Mass Plantings, Showy Spring Flowers, Waterwise, Year-round Interest,
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