Heliotropium arborescens 'Amaretto'

Also Known As

Amaretto Heliotrope

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"-18"
W: 12"-18"

planting zones

9a-10b

Heliotropium arborescens 'Amaretto' plant details

Heliotropium arborescens 'Amaretto' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer purple flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Heliotropium arborescens 'Amaretto'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: boraginaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: purple blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, floriferous, fragrant, long-blooming, toxic, tropical-looking

GROWING CONDITIONS for Heliotropium arborescens 'Amaretto'

USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A sensational almond extract fragrance emanates from the lilac blooms, sweetening the warm summer air, especially as evening draws close. This old-fashioned favorite graced our fragrant garden this year and drew the attentions of both Tiger Swallowtails and Black Swallowtails, tipping this way and that as they clung to the flower clusters to feast on nectar. Poisonous.