Rare and unusual perennial plants for the Mediterranean climate.


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Plectranthus ciliatus
Purple blooms

 

Scientific Name:

Plectranthus ciliatus Purple blooms

Common Name:

 

Deciduous vs. Evergreen

evergreen

Perennial vs. Annual

perennial

Shade vs. Sun

shade to partial sun

Height x Width
& How Stands

6-12" X 36-48"

Flower Color
& Bloom Time

long (to 12") spikes of pale lavender bloom fall through winter

Zone

zones 9-11

Description, Notes

South African native in the Mint (Lamiaceae) family known for its attractive two-toned (green top, purple bottom) foliage and winter hummingbird attracting blooms; excels as a quick growing shade groundcover or in hanging baskets








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All plants are classified under USDA hardiness zones.

 

 

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