Plectranthus oertendahlii

Also Known As

Brazilian Coleus
Candle Plant

Plant type

perennial, herb

size

H: 8"-12"
W: 36"

planting zones

10a-11

Plectranthus oertendahlii plant details

Plectranthus oertendahlii is a broadleaf evergreen perennial herb with blue, green and purple foliage. In summer lavender and white flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average and rich soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Plectranthus oertendahlii

Plant type: perennial herb
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue, green and purple
Mature size: 36 IN wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender and white blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, distinctive veining, scalloped leaves, sprawling, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Plectranthus oertendahlii

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular

Soil needs: average and rich

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Native to South Africa, as are many of the Plectranthus, this handsome species has round scalloped fuzzy green leaves with a lovely silver overlay. Tighter and tidier in habit than most. 6

By: Avant Gardens

Garden photo gallery of Plectranthus oertendahlii

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Gardening facts about Plectranthus oertendahlii plant

How to Grow Plectranthus oertendahlii

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - regular
Soil Needs
- average
- rich

Features

Foliage Color
- green
- blue
- purple
Flower Color
- white
- lavender
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- fuzzy

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