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Plectranthus barbatus 'White Rhino'

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 3'
  • W: 3'

planting zones

  • 9a-11

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Plectranthus barbatus 'White Rhino' plant details

Plectranthus barbatus 'White Rhino' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green, variegated and white foliage. In summer blue flowers emerge. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Plectranthus barbatus 'White Rhino'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green, variegated and white
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 3 FT tall
Flowers: blue blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, houseplant, tropical-looking, unique, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Plectranthus barbatus 'White Rhino'

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A handsome plant for containers or gardens in warm climates. Spires of large deep blue Salvia like flowers in fall, winter and spring rise on above multi tone sage green leaves edged in creamy whites. Plants have a shrubby habit and grow 3' x 3' in containers, larger once established and where hardy. shipping 4" pots.
EASY and unusual, add a fun highlight to the shade garden with this rare 3’x3’ shrubby perennial. Soft, tactile leaves splashed in shades of green and edged in creamy white are topped by lavender-blue Salvia-like spikes in Summer. Awesome! Rich soil. Deer resistant.

Gardening facts about Plectranthus barbatus 'White Rhino' plant

How to Grow Plectranthus barbatus 'White Rhino'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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