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Plectranthus chirindensis
Plant type
shrub
size
- H: 3'-4'
- W: 3'-4'
planting zones
- 9a-11
Plectranthus chirindensis plant details
Plectranthus chirindensis is a fast-growing broadleaf evergreen shrub with burgundy, green and variegated foliage. In fall blue flowers emerge. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with bright shade - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Plectranthus chirindensis
- Plant type: shrub
- Plant family: lamiaceae
- Foliage: evergreen burgundy, green and variegated
- Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
- Flowers: blue blooms in fall
- Uses: container plant, cutting garden, fragrant foliage, rare, tropical-looking, woodland garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Plectranthus chirindensis
- USDA Zones: 9a - 11
- Sun exposure: bright shade - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials
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How to Grow Plectranthus chirindensis
Sun Exposure
- bright shade - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- variegated
- green
- burgundy
Flower Color
- blue
Wildlife
- bees
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- fall
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
9b-12
Size
Height: 8"-18"
Width: 24"-36"
- bright shade - mostly shade
- regular
aka Plectranthus 'Silver Shield'
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
9b-12
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 2'-3'
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- regular - occasional
aka Coleus albidus, Coleus gallaensis, Coleus gomphophyllus, Coleus lanuginosa, Coleus lanuginosus, Coleus schweinfurthii, Coleus sodalium, Coleus somalensis, Majana lanuginosa, Plectranthus laxiflorus, Solenostemon lanuginosus, Coleus
Plant Type
Annual / Biennial
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 24"-36"
- sun - shade
- even moisture - regular
aka Coleus aromaticus, Plectranthus aromaticus, Solenostemon aromaticus, Cuban Oregano, Indian Borage, Mexican Mint, Spanish Thyme
Plant Type
Perennial, Herb
Zones
9b-11
Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 15"-18"
- sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - occasional
Scientific Name: Plectranthus 'Plepalila'
aka Plectranthus 'Mona Lavender'
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Zones
10a-11
Size
Height: 18"-24"
Width: 18"-24"
- mostly sun - mostly shade
- even moisture - regular
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