Wall Germander
Teucrium chamaedrys
Varieties We Bring In
Last received Jul 19, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
About Wall Germander
Wall germander (Teucrium chamaedrys) is a compact, woody-based perennial subshrub native to Europe and southwestern Asia, producing dense, upright stems clothed in small, glossy, toothed leaves and spikes of small rosy-pink to purple flowers in summer. Historically used as a medicinal herb and ornamental edging plant. Suited to dry, sunny borders, rock gardens, and formal hedging. Starting at $7.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Summer
- Flower Color
- Pink, Purple
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Alkaline, Neutral, Well-drained
Best planting months
Seasonal care
Good planting window.
Bloom season. Handles summer heat well once established.
Ideal planting window.
Retains foliage through winter.
Care essentials
Plant in full sun for best performance; tolerates part sun. In NE Florida's humid climate, maximum sun exposure and excellent air circulation reduce the risk of root rot and fungal issues on this drought-adapted Mediterranean plant.
Highly drought-tolerant once established — water only during prolonged dry spells. Overwatering and poorly drained soils are the primary failure point in humid NE Florida. Allow soil to dry fully between waterings.
Thrives in poor, dry, sandy or loamy neutral to alkaline well-drained soils. Avoid rich or moisture-retentive soils. No regular fertilizer needed; excess nutrients promote rank growth. Excellent choice for rock gardens, dry borders, or formal edging in NE Florida.
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Common questions
Is Wall Germander a good plant for St. Augustine?
Wall Germander is a perennial for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 1-2 feet × 1-2 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.