Pseuderanthemum carruthersii
Also Known As
- Purple Pseuderanthemum
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 12"
- W: 12"
planting zones
- 9b-11
Pseuderanthemum carruthersii plant details
Pseuderanthemum carruthersii is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with blue, purple and variegated foliage. In spring lavender flowers emerge. Grows well with shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Pseuderanthemum carruthersii
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: acanthaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue, purple and variegated
- Mature size: 0 - 12 IN - wide, 0 - 12 IN - tall
- Flowers: lavender blooms in spring
- Uses: container plant, foliage plant, houseplant, showy, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Pseuderanthemum carruthersii
- USDA Zones: 9b - 11
- Sun exposure: shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Pseuderanthemum is often used in dish or plant gardens and has beautiful irregularly margined lance leaves of rich purple with zones of gray green and pink on maroon stems. beautiful tricolor foliage maroon stems, houseplant likes warmth.
Gardening facts about Pseuderanthemum carruthersii plant
How to Grow Pseuderanthemum carruthersii
Sun Exposure
- shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
- blue
- purple
Flower Color
- lavender
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Zones
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Size
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Size
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