Plectranthus purpuratus

Also Known As

Vick's Plant

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 36"-48"
W: 18"-24"

planting zones

9b-11

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Plectranthus purpuratus plant details

Plectranthus purpuratus is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with black and green foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Plectranthus purpuratus

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen black and green
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 36 IN - 48 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, houseplant, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Plectranthus purpuratus

USDA Zones: 9b - 11
Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Dark green almost black rounded leaves..mounding cascading habit..white flowers periodically...easy care

By: Accents for Home and Garden

Gardening facts about Plectranthus purpuratus plant

How to Grow Plectranthus purpuratus

Sun Exposure
- mostly sun - shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained

Features

Foliage Color
- green
- black
Flower Color
- white
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen

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