Teucrium polium v. aureum

USDA Hardiness Zones: 7–10

Light: Full sun (6+ hours daily)

Mature Size: 8–12" tall | 12–24" spread

Attracts: Pollinators

Bloom Time: Late spring to summer

Water Needs: Very low once established

Soil: Requires excellent drainage; thrives in lean, rocky, dry soils

Growth Habit: Low-growing woody perennial/subshrub with a softly mounding form

Flowers: Golden yellow flowerheads held above soft, silvery-gray foliage

Ideal For: Rock gardens, xeriscapes, dry slopes, gravel gardens, Mediterranean-style plantings

Evergreen: Semi-evergreen to evergreen in mild climates

Why We Love It:
Teucrium polium var. aureum brings soft texture and year-round interest to waterwise gardens. Its felted silver foliage creates a beautiful contrast against stone and gravel, while the warm golden blooms brighten the landscape through the heat of summer. Tough, drought tolerant, and perfectly suited for rocky soils, this is the kind of plant that thrives with minimal care while still looking refined and intentional.

Additional Info:
Excellent drought tolerance once established. Deer resistant. Best performance comes from sharp drainage and dry conditions, especially in winter. Historically used in traditional herbal practices, though not recommended for consumption.