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I have grown this plant for many years. It is absolutely my favourite annual. Minimal care needed. Adapts to most soil.
Marine Heliotrope Heliotropium arborescens
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Details
Features
Large clusters of deep purple, vanilla-scented flowers all summer; heat tolerant
Fragrant FlowerAttracts:BirdsButterfliesHummingbirdsCharacteristics
Plant Type:AnnualHeight Category:MediumGarden Height:15 - 20 InchesSpacing:10 - 14 InchesFlower Colors:PurpleFlower Shade:PurpleFoliage Colors:GreenFoliage Shade:Dark GreenHabit:UprightContainer Role:ThrillerPlant Needs
Light Requirement:Part Sun to SunThe optimum amount of sun or shade each plant needs to thrive: Full Sun (6+ hours), Part Sun (4-6 hours), Full Shade (up to 4 hours).
Maintenance Category:EasyBloom Time:Planting To FrostHardy/Minimum Temperature:28°FHardiness Zones:9a, 9b, 10a, 10b, 11a, 11bWater Category:AverageUses:LandscapeUses:ContainerUses Notes:This annual is lovely in containers and borders
Maintenance Notes:Pinching plants will encourage blooming, deadheading will encourage continuous bloom.
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7 Reviews
5641321Browse reviews from people who have grown this plant.-
Linda Burden, Canada, 1 year ago
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My new favorite!
Jennifer DeFazio, Connecticut, United States, 3 years ago -
I planted Marine Heliotrope in patio containers with Osteospermum in full sun last year. The contrast with the yellow-orange flowers with purple centers was stunning. It was absolutely beautiful all summer long. I have only lived in New England 3 years. It performs like one of my southern garden favorites, the Lantana. It stayed lush and deep green with dark purple flowers throughout the season. I am planting this again and will incorporate it throughout my landscape in flower beds as well. LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this plant! A must have for New England gardens!
Deb, Massachusetts, United States, 9 years ago -
scott, 12 years ago
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The wonderful Vanilla scent fills the room with it's sweet aroma. I just love these!
Gordon, New York, United States, 12 years ago -
Russell Studebaker, New Hampshire, United States, 12 years ago
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