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    Plectranthus ecklonii

    Plant type

    shrub, perennial

    size

    • H: 4'-6'
    • W: 3'-4'

    planting zones

    • 8a-10b

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    Plectranthus ecklonii plant details

    Plectranthus ecklonii is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial shrub with green foliage. In fall and summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Plectranthus ecklonii

    Plant type: perennial shrub
    Plant family: lamiaceae
    Foliage: semi-evergreen green
    Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
    Flowers: purple blooms in fall and summer
    Uses: heart-shaped leaves, tropical-looking, winter interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Plectranthus ecklonii

    USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
    Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
    Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
    Resistant to: deer
    Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    A winter deciduous, small to medium shrub. Dark green, ribbed leaves are produced from spring to autumn on woody stems. In late summer or autumn, long spikes of vivid, violet, tubular flowers appear en masse. A truly magnificent and unusual shrub. Prune in spring when signs of new growth appear.

    By: Zephs

    Plant pretty purple Plectranthus NOW for Fall fabulosity. Here’s where you can think ahead & plant this absolutely wonderful shrub now for Fall bloom. Every year I always look forward to its abundance of large & exquisite 6-12” blue-purple flower spikes with their long swooping stamens. Very long-lived & sturdy, it’s a handsome guy even when not in bloom with its bushy habit & large lush rich green, heart-shaped leaves. Very easy & fast growing to 6’ x 4’ -cut it back to 10” in Winter for best bushiness next season. Rich, well-drained soil. Butterflies & hummers! Half day sun.

    By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

    Gardening facts about Plectranthus ecklonii plant

    How to Grow Plectranthus ecklonii

    • Sun Exposure

      • mostly sun - mostly shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - regular

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • purple

    • Wildlife

      • butterflies
      • hummingbirds
      • deer resistant

    • Flower Season

      • fall
      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • semi-evergreen

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