Teucrium laciniatum: Lacy Germander

Teucrium laciniatum, known as Lacy Germander or Cut-leaf Germander, is a small, aromatic, woody-based perennial or subshrub native to the Mediterranean region. It forms a low, spreading mound of finely divided, gray-green, lace-like foliage that is highly aromatic when crushed. In late spring to summer, it produces short spikes of small, two-lipped, pale pink to lavender flowers that are attractive to bees and butterflies.

Plant Profile

Lacy Germander thrives in full sun and poor, well-drained, even rocky or alkaline soil. It is extremely drought-tolerant and heat-loving. It makes an excellent plant for rock gardens, dry slopes, Mediterranean gardens, and herb gardens. Light pruning after flowering maintains a compact shape. The foliage provides beautiful texture contrast to broader-leaved plants. Deer and rabbit resistant.