Rocky Mountain Ephedra (Ephedra Rupestris) is a perennial shrub in the Ephedraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 6-9. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.
Ephedra rupestris is a much-branched, evergreen dwarf shrub with very small scale-like leaves and wiry green stems.
Rocky Mountain Ephedra
Ephedra Rupestris
Ephedra rupestris is a much-branched, evergreen dwarf shrub with very small scale-like leaves and wiry green stems.
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Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.
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