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    Plectranthus ciliatus 'Zulu Wonder'

    Plant type

    perennial, groundcover

    size

    • H: 12"-24"
    • W: 24"-36"

    planting zones

    • 9a-11

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    Plectranthus ciliatus 'Zulu Wonder' plant details

    Plectranthus ciliatus 'Zulu Wonder' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial groundcover with burgundy, green and variegated foliage. In fall and summer lavender flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with bright shade - shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Plectranthus ciliatus 'Zulu Wonder'

    Plant type: perennial groundcover
    Plant family: lamiaceae
    Foliage: deciduous burgundy, green and variegated
    Mature size: 24 IN - 36 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
    Flowers: lavender blooms in fall and summer
    Uses: container plant, fall color, fragrant foliage, tropical-looking, woodland garden

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Plectranthus ciliatus 'Zulu Wonder'

    USDA Zones: 9a - 11
    Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
    Watering frequency: regular
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    A fabulously tropicalesque - and useful! - groundcover for a shady side yard. Growing 1-2’ tall and 2-3’ wide, this South African beauty boasts lightly fragrant, deeply quilted mid-green leaves with scalloped edges and contrasting deep burgundy undersides. Forms a lush, evergreen foliar mound that is quite pretty on its own, but the real show occurs from late Summer to Fall when lovely 6”+ lavender flower spikes emerge on purple stalks held above the foliage. Stunning in full bloom and irresistible to hummers! Cut back hard after blooming has finished to refresh. Can tolerate full sun in cool, coastal areas, but prefers protection from the hot, late-day sun.

    By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

    Gardening facts about Plectranthus ciliatus 'Zulu Wonder' plant

    How to Grow Plectranthus ciliatus 'Zulu Wonder'

    • Sun Exposure

      • bright shade - shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • variegated
      • green
      • burgundy

    • Flower Color

      • lavender

    • Wildlife

      • beneficial insects
      • bees
      • hummingbirds

    • Flower Season

      • fall
      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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