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Simply Scentsational® Heliotrope Heliotropium hybrid
- Exposure
- Sun
- Season
- Spring
- Summer
- Mature Size
- 24 - 30 Inches
Programs
Sun
24 - 30
The genus name Heliotropium derives from the Greek "helio" meaning "the sun" and "tropi" meaning "turn" as it was once believed that the flowers of the plant turned towards and followed the sun.
Features
This type of Heliotrope is known for its soft fragrance. Salt tolerant.
Award Winner
Fragrant Flower
Heat Tolerant
Deadheading Not Necessary
Drought Tolerant
Attracts:
Birds
Butterflies
Hummingbirds
Native to North America
Characteristics
Height Category:
Medium
Garden Height:
24 - 30 Inches
Spacing Maximum:
14 Inches
Flower Colors:
Purple
Flower Shade:
Lavender
Foliage Colors:
Green
Foliage Shade:
Green
Habit:
Mounded
Container Role:
Filler Plant Needs
Light Requirement:
Sun
Bloom Time:
Planting To Frost
Hardiness Zones:
9a, 9b, 10a, 10b, 11a, 11b
Uses:
Landscape
Uses:
Container
Uses Notes:
Great in both landscapes and containers.
Duration:
Annual
Water Category:
Average
Maintenance Category:
Easy
Maintenance Notes:
Pinching plants will encourage branching.
This plant can be toxic, do not ingest any part of the plant.
Patent Information:
Simply Scentsational® Heliotropium hybrid 'USHTRP0303' PP: 21681 Can. Can.: 4140
Plant Fun Statement:
I can go ALL summer.
| Award Year | Award | Plant Trial |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | Consumer Favorite | Cornell-Long Island |
| 2010 | Consumer Favorite | Cornell-Long Island |
| 2010 | Gardener's Choice | University of Florida - Fort Lauderdale |
| 2010 | Gardener's Choice | University of Florida - Fort Lauderdale |
