How do you care for Plectranthus?
Plectranthus is a vigorous grower in full sun or partial shade (required in warm inland areas of the West) and evenly moist soil. Plants should not be allowed to dry out. Pinch as needed to keep bushy and compact in annual containers or beds.
How do you grow Plectranthus Argentatus?
Plants prefer a well-drained soil in partial shade but will grow in full sun and are quite drought tolerant. Well suited to Mediterranean style gardens it will, however, accept regular Summer watering. Also tolerant of light frosts.
Can Plectranthus grow in shade?
I love using Plectranthus in garden designs as their broad soft leaves can create a lovely atmosphere in a garden. They are quite versatile and do well in semi-shade below trees where often other plants do not easily grow.
Is Plectranthus frost hardy?
Hardy to light frost.
When should I prune Plectranthus?
It is recommended to prune Plectranthus argentatus once – twice a year to encourage a dense, bushy growth habit. Prune in early spring or after the flowers have finished blooming. By giving these plants a prune it will also encourage an abundance of flowers in the future!
What does the Plectranthus plant look like?
The striking tubular flowers with spikes of lavender appear from late summer through to autumn. These flowers are beautifully offset by the glossy, ornamental foliage of deep green leaves with an underside of dark purple, another distinctive feature of this attractive plant. Prefers a moist, well-drained soil.
Is plectranthus perennial?
Plectranthus is a genus of about 350 species of annuals, evergreen perennials, semi-succulents and shrubs from Africa, Madagascar, Asia, Australasia and Pacific Islands. MONA LAVENDER is a vigorous, upright, rounded, bushy perennial that typically grows to 2′ tall and as wide.
Where can I grow Plectranthus argentatus in Australia?
Plectranthus argentatus One of the truly great native plants is Plectranthus argentatus, a wonderful foliage plant with attractive silvery leaves. Growing in open areas of rain forests from Queensland to New South Wales this is an evergreen plant that is easy care and rewarding in the garden.
When is the best time to prune Plectranthus argentatus?
Plectranthus argentatus performs well with regular tip pruning. Simply pinch out the new growing tips to encourage a healthy bush growth habit. Plants can be hard pruned in early spring to regenerate older plants.
What does silver Plectranthus argentatus mean in Latin?
Argentatus means silvery in Latin. Mass plant along borders, foundations, in containers on patios or as indoor houseplants. Insects, Diseases, and Other Plant Problems: Scale, mealybugs, and mites on indoor plants. Root rot and leaf spots can be a problem. This plant is seldom damaged by deer.
What to look for in a argentatus plant?
Grown for attractive gray to silver foliage; flowers are pale blue to white. Argentatus means silvery in Latin. Mass plant along borders, foundations, in containers on patios or as indoor houseplants. Insects, Diseases, and Other Plant Problems: Scale, mealybugs, and mites on indoor plants. Root rot and leaf spots can be a problem.