Satureja douglasii
Yerba Buena
Description
Also known as 'Yerba Buena,' this California native is a prostrate creeping herb that spreads to 3' and has evergreen leaves with a strong, minty scent.
Plant Type
Perennial, Herb
Height Range
Under 1'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Green, Light Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Medium, High, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish, Wetlands, Woodland
Accenting Features
Fragrance, Unusual Foliage
Seasonal Interest
Summer
Location Uses
Perennial Border, Raised Planter, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Cascade, Container, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Water between sunset and sunrise when temperatures and wind are the lowest.