South Africa
loose clusters of flower bells in shades of ivory-green & purple-pink on tall stems
It seems to know that lavender will be the most complimentary flower color
(It's a virtue well-rewarded
White petals nested on a collarette of frilly green bracts make for a unique early spring display on 6-inch tall plants
Holodiscus microphyllus, Small-leaf Mountain Cream Bush regular water South AfricaTiny, grey green leaves dot the length of prostrate branches. In spring, clusters of tiny, white flowers grace the branch tips, then age to an attractive coppery tan by fall. Branch, leaf, and flower are all a bit fuzzy. This deciduous, low growing shrub is native to high elevations in Oregon, California, Arizona, and Colorado. Find it nestled among rocks near Bristlecone, Jeffrey, and Lodgepole Pines. It's one tough cookie; adaptable to garden