Desert Wishbone Bush (Mirabilis Laevis) is a perennial shrub in the Nyctaginaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-10. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

A low-growing, drought-tolerant perennial shrub native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Desert Wishbone Bush

Desert Wishbone Bush

Mirabilis Laevis

A low-growing, drought-tolerant perennial shrub native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
8-10

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, gravelly, rocky, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, erosion control, pollinator support

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Desert Wishbone Bush

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Nyctaginaceae
Genus:Mirabilis