Littleleaf cordia (Cordia parvifolia) KOR-dee-ah par-vih-FOE-lee-ah Genus:  Cordia Though its leaves are small, this semi-deciduous shrub stands out in the landscape. Littleleaf cordia has a prolifically branching, slightly open form that looks good year-round. Its roughly textured, dark gray-green foliage contrasts nicely with its coppery brown young stems. From late spring into fall, branch tips bear clusters of pristine, white, funnel-shaped flowers to provide a visually cooling effect during the peak of summer heat. It grows to 6 to 8 feet tall and wide. Noteworthy Characteristics:  This Southwestern U.S. native shrub is low-maintenance and drought-tolerant. Care:  Provide full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation:  From cuttings. Problems:  Infrequent.

Overview

Height 6 ft. to 10 ft. Spread 6 ft. to 10 ft. Growth Habit Clumps Growth Pace Fast Grower Light Full Sun to Part Shade Moisture Dry to Medium Maintenance Low Characteristics Native, Showy Flowers Bloom Time Early Fall, Early Summer, Late Spring, Late Summer, Summer Flower Color White Uses Beds and Borders, Hedge Style Desert Garden Seasonal Interest Spring Interest Tolerance Drought Tolerant Type Shrubs