Rohdea japonica Lysimachia grey-leaved salvia

grey-leaved salvia

In late spring through early summer

Cute as the proverbial button

Since it has a woody trunk

This drought-tolerant native blazing star from rocky outcrops in the southern Appalachian mountains is one of the best in the genus

Rohdea japonica Lysimachia grey-leaved salviaRohdea japonica is a highly prized, tropical looking, Asian native that mimics the appearance of an evergreen hosta. The 1' long x 2" wide, thick, dark green leaves form an upright vase shaped clump to 2' wide in 10 years. Late in the season, the insignificant flowers produce attractive short stalks of red berries that persist through the winter at the base of the plant. When used en masse, rohdeas are a dynamite evergreen winter interest addition to