THUNDER CLOUD TEXAS RANGER

Leucophyllum candidum 'thunder cloud'

Thunder Cloud Texas Ranger is a very drought resistant species, and it does well even in the hottest area within a landscape. Small clusters of bluish-violet blooms appear in abundance after the summer monsoon season and again in the fall. The blooms attract hummingbirds and butterflies.

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GARDENING BASICS

Type: Shrubs

Hardiness: 15˚

Water: Low

Sun Exposure: Full

GROWTH

Growth Rate: Slow

Average Size: 3’ H × 4’ W

Coverage: 13 square feet

FOLIAGE

Foliage Type: Evergreen

Foliage Color: Gray-green

FLOWERS & FRUITS

Flower Color: Purple-Indigo

Flower Season: Summer to Fall

Fruit: Inconspicuous

MORE COMMENTS

Thorns: No

Allergies: Unknown

The Thunder Cloud variety of Texas Ranger is a smaller, superior improved version of var. Silver Cloud that is less prone to shearing damage with power shears in hand. However, it is best to not shear much at all. Do not over water as this species is susceptible to root rot.