Perennial Shrub: Drought, deer and gopher tolerant. California native (from Southern California's coastal sage scrub region). A good border plant and plant for attracting bees-they like the foliage. Attract butterflies and hummingbirds. Spring bloomer followed by summer dormancy-needs no water in summer. Grows in winter. Bloom color: white. Height: 2-3 feet. Width: 3-4 feet. Exposure: sun. USDA Z8.