Species Eubotrys
off-white flowers with lime-green leaves, and beige-brown stems

Eubotrys

Eubotrys racemosa

Eubotrys, also known as "Clustered False Nettle" is a herbaceous perennial, native to the southeastern United States. It is a member of the mint family, and is quite attractive with its glossy green leaves and clusters of small white flowers. This plant is extremely hardy and drought-tolerant, making it a great choice for gardens in hot and dry regions. It even tolerates partial shade, although it does best in full sun. Eubotrys racemosa provides an incredible source of nectar and pollen for local bees and other pollinators, making it a great choice to add to any garden. Its beautiful foliage and vibrant flowers make it a stunning addition to any landscape, and its hardiness make it an incredibly low-maintenance species for sunny gardens.

Cycle:

Perennial

Watering:

Frequent

Propagation:

Air Layering Propagation,Cutting,Grafting Propagation,Seed Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

5 - 9

Flowers:

White Flowers

Sun:

Part shade

Fruits:

Fruits Ready In Fall

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

Low

Maintenance:

Low

Salt Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

Medium

watering

Eubotrys plants should be watered once a week with about 1 inch of water per plant. Since Eubotrys plants are drought tolerant, they should be allowed to become slightly dry between waterings. If you live in an area where it does not rain regularly, you may need to supplement with additional waterings. As a general rule of thumb, Eubotrys should receive water when the top few inches of soil are dry. Be sure not to over-water, as too much moisture can lead to root rot or other problems. Additionally, it's important to regularly check for drainage problems – if you notice excess moisture or water sitting on the surface of the soil, try to improve drainage by adding products such as pebbles, or relocating the pot to a different spot.

sunlight

Eubotrys racemosa, commonly known as Fletcher’s fleabane, thrives in full sunlight and may even benefit from some light afternoon shade in hotter climates. It needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day, preferably more. It can survive in partial shade but will not produce as many flowers and will not be as healthy as it would in a full sun location. During the summer, morning sun and some afternoon shade is best. In winter, however, full sun is preferable.

pruning

Eubotrys, or commonly known as fragrant climbing lily, should be pruned once a year to keep it healthy and robust. Prune the plant after it has finished blooming in early to mid-summer. Pruning should be done carefully to remove any dead or damaged branches. Prune the branches that extend too far out or are crossing over and rubbing against each other. Make sure to prune stems that are thin or thick near the bottom of the plant. Also remove any suckers or shoots that are growing near the bottom of the trunk. Pruning should be done back to the main branch or a lateral branch, leaving a third of the stem intact to help the growth of new branches. Make sure not to over-prune the plant as it will take away from the desired shape, and too much pruning can weaken the plant.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Harvest Fruit

racemosa The harvesting season for Eubotrys racemosa typically begins in July and ends in October.

Starts Flowering

Eubotrys racemosa typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

Starts Flowering

Eubotrys racemosa typically starts flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

Harvest Fruit

racemosa The harvesting season for Eubotrys racemosa typically begins in July and ends in October.

Hardiness Map