Leprechaun Southernwood

A compact selection of the ancient garden herb that forms a dense, symmetrical mound of whorled silver-green foliage. Plant in mass to create a low garden hedge suggestive of boxwood but heat-loving! Cut back in January to early spring when fully dormant. Tolerant of shady conditions as well as full sun.

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Plant Type	Herbaceous Perennial
Height	24-36 inches
Width	24-30 inches
Flowering Season	N/A
Flower Color	Grow for foliage & texture
Sun	Sun, Part Sun, Shade
Water Needs	moderate to low
USDA Hardiness Zone	Zones 4-8
Soil Type	Clay, Loam, Sandy, Gravelly
Deer Resistant	Yes
Good for Pollination	No
Winter Interest	No
North American Native	No
Year Introduced	2020
Annual Commercial Maintenance	Cut back to base/shear down to the ground every spring, then rake up.
5-10 Year Commercial Maintenance	Replace plants that may die out every 5-10 years.
Elevation Guide	Up to 8500 ft