Aloysia triphylla ~ Lemon Beebrush, Lemon Verbena bats While not particularly showy

While not particularly showy

while the large white soft panicles bloom on new wood in summer

East and South US

Loropetalum chinensis Plum Delight 1zz

It also produces spikes of blue flowers in the spring

Aloysia triphylla ~ Lemon Beebrush, Lemon Verbena bats While not particularly showyLemon Beebrush is a woody deciduous shrub with whorls of strongly lemon scented foliage and airy clusters of small white flowers in late summer into fall. Grows best in moist well drained soils. Drought tolerant. Lemon Beebrush can be used in teas or jellies. Syn. with Aloysia citriodora. Type: Shrub Height: 2' 6' Spread: 2 6' Spacing: 5' USDA Hardiness Zone: 7 10 Culture: Full Sun, Part Sun Bloom Color: White Season of Interest: Summer, Fall