Fragrant Bee Bush
Aloysia gratissima
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Details & Attributes
| Plant Type(s) | Shrub, perennial |
| Native to Arizona | Yes! |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Sun | Full sun, partial shade |
| Pollinators | Bees, butterflies, moths |
| Has Spines | No |
| Size In relative feet, width by height |
6-10 × 4-6 |
| Flowering Season | April-September |
| Flower Color | White |
| Minimum Temperature Range | 15 °F |
| Leaf Description | Small, rounded, dark green, borne in fascicles (clusters) |
| Fruit | A spike of individual capsules which split open |
| View on SEINet | View SEINet Entry |
| Range Map | View SEINet Range Map |
| Elevation Range | 3000-4000 ft. |
| Description | Fragrant bee bush is an upright, multi branched shrub with dark green leaves. Spikes of vanilla scented white flowers appear in spring and fall and are followed by seed which attract birds such as finches and verdins. In Arizona this plant is only found in Pima and Santa Cruz Counties typically on well draining slopes. This plant works well as a centerpiece for a pollinator garden, or as an informal hedging shrub. It could also be utilized to line a pathway or patio where its floral fragrance can be enjoyed, along with the pollinators and birds who will visit the plant. |
