Is SARADA'S Greek Mountain Tea good for the Colorado Front Range?

Yes, SARADA'S Greek Mountain Tea is a well-suited perennial for Colorado's Front Range.

How far apart do I plant SARADA'S Greek Mountain Tea?

Space SARADA'S Greek Mountain Tea about 10 in apart for a faster, fuller bed, or up to 14 in apart for a looser planting.

Is SARADA'S Greek Mountain Tea hardy on the Front Range?

SARADA'S Greek Mountain Tea is hardy in USDA 5 to 9. The Colorado Front Range spans roughly USDA 4b to 6a, so it is at its cold edge here. Site it in a warm microclimate and protect young plants.

How much water does SARADA'S Greek Mountain Tea need?

It needs low water once established.

Is SARADA'S Greek Mountain Tea native to Colorado?

No. It is not a Colorado native, but it grows well on the Front Range.

How long does SARADA'S Greek Mountain Tea bloom?

SARADA'S Greek Mountain Tea blooms for about two to three weeks on the Front Range. Bloom timing shifts a week or two with elevation and spring weather.

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SARADA'S Greek Mountain Tea

Sideritis syriaca 'P023S'

Compiled by Nicholas Julia · Reviewed against CSU Extension & Plant Select® · Updated 2026-10-30

SARADA'S Greek Mountain Tea (Sideritis syriaca 'P023S') is a perennial suited to the Colorado Front Range. It matures to about 8 to 12 in tall and 10 to 14 in wide, needs low water, and prefers full sun. Silvery wool-leaved Greek alpine; leaves used historically for herbal tea.

Plant Select®low water8 to 12 in tall and 10 to 14 in wideXeric / water-wise

Photos

Photo 1: (c) fmunoz, some rights reserved (CC BY)
Photo 2: Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz, Wikimedia Commons (CC-BY-SA)
Photo 3: Krzysztof Ziarnek, Kenraiz, Wikimedia Commons (CC-BY-SA)
Photo 4: (unknown), Wikimedia Commons (GFDL)

At a glance

Will it survive here?

Hardiness zones: USDA 5 to 9
Water needs: low water
Sun: Best in full sun.
Soil: loam, sandy, well drained only
Soil pH: 6.5 to 8.0
Hail tolerance: high
Wind tolerance: high
Salt tolerance: moderate

How big, what shape?

Mature size: 8 to 12 in tall and 10 to 14 in wide
Planting spacing: ~10 to 14 in apart

What it looks like, and when

Bloom time: early summer, mid summer
Bloom color: yellow
Bloom length: 2 to 3 weeks
Foliage: Semi-evergreen

Who else benefits

Pollinator value: moderate
Deer: Not rated
Colorado native: No

Also worth knowing

Fire rating: Not rated

Planting & establishment

Deep water every 1 to 2 weeks during establishment (first growing season), then water sparingly per Plant Select guidance.

Frequently asked questions

Is SARADA'S Greek Mountain Tea good for the Colorado Front Range?: Yes, SARADA'S Greek Mountain Tea is a well-suited perennial for Colorado's Front Range.
How big does SARADA'S Greek Mountain Tea get?: It matures to about 8 to 12 in tall and 10 to 14 in wide.
How far apart do I plant SARADA'S Greek Mountain Tea?: Space SARADA'S Greek Mountain Tea about 10 in apart for a faster, fuller bed, or up to 14 in apart for a looser planting.
Is SARADA'S Greek Mountain Tea hardy on the Front Range?: SARADA'S Greek Mountain Tea is hardy in USDA 5 to 9. The Colorado Front Range spans roughly USDA 4b to 6a, so it is at its cold edge here. Site it in a warm microclimate and protect young plants.
How much water does SARADA'S Greek Mountain Tea need?: It needs low water once established.
Is SARADA'S Greek Mountain Tea native to Colorado?: No. It is not a Colorado native, but it grows well on the Front Range.
How long does SARADA'S Greek Mountain Tea bloom?: SARADA'S Greek Mountain Tea blooms for about two to three weeks on the Front Range. Bloom timing shifts a week or two with elevation and spring weather.