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PURSHIA MEXICANA (Cliffrose)

2 customer reviews

$15.00$54.00

Mexican cliffrose reminds us here on the nursery of the Beauty and the Beast tale. Because part of this plant -the bark- is gnarled and full of twisted branches. But, this rough and rugged side of the plant is counterbalanced by its small petite green leaves and its delicate fragrant flowers which bloom all summer. After all, it is a member of the rose family so one should expect a showy flower with a beautiful smell. However, this plant’s main feature is its tolerance for arid, rocky, drought-prone climates so don’t expect large vase-worthy flowers. But, if honeybees are who you are hoping to attract with the yellow and white flowers from the Prushia Mexicana, you are in luck.

The Cliffrose is the southern cousin of Purshia tridentata (antelope bitterbrush) but with much better-smelling flowers and with a larger stature, growing to 6ft.

This hardy, rugged semi-evergreen shrub occurs throughout the southern regions of the Intermountain West and has great potential for use in low-water landscapes.

Fun Fact: This is a notable plant of Grand Canyon National Park, often growing on the edge of the rim.

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Colorado Hardy Plants are just that… hardy! We have sought out plant varieties that provide low maintenance, use little or no water once established, and are simply hardy enough to grow where others don’t.

We grow and ship our plants in 5″ or quart-size (in certain varieties) plastic containers. Knowing that the root system is the most important part of the plant we guarantee. our plants to have a large root system that fills the container.

CHP is a small family operation! We propagate, pot, water, prune, and personally package the plants you order from us. Most of our plants are grown from cuttings taken from the plants or seeds collected nearby the nursery at an elevation of 6300 ft. Our weather is extreme with temps below 0 are common in the winter and intense sunlight all summer long. We don’t grow plants in heated greenhouses, they have to be able to survive the elements!

Please note that deciduous plants ordered in the winter months and early spring will have been pruned a minimum of 30% compared to photos and may have no leaves

Our nursery is also licensed and inspected by the Colorado Department of Agriculture, Nursery Division and holds a current Japanese Beetle Certificate. We only ship USPS Priority Mail, so your plants are sure to arrive quickly. You’ll note in our feedback that our shipping process is a sight to behold. We love our customers so please don’t hesitate to reach out via our website at www.coloradohardyplants.com

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2 reviews for PURSHIA MEXICANA (Cliffrose)

  1. Kate (verified owner)

    Excellent packaging, and all the plants are lovely and healthy! Definitely a great supplier for native plants

  2. Mike Harris (verified owner)

    Excellent packaging and fast delivery. Perfect specimens.

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