Malacothamnus fremontii - Fremont's Bush Mallow

Description

This wide ranging chaparral shrub is valued by gardeners for its gray foliage, fragrant pale pink flowers, and very rapid growth. Given full sun, decent drainage, and little water, this shrub can grow at least 4 feet in a single year, to a maximum size of about 7 by 7 feet. Prune in late fall and after flowering to maintain a compact form.