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Plectranthus ciliatus 'Aureus'
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 8"-18"
- W: 24"-36"
planting zones
- 9b-12
Plectranthus ciliatus 'Aureus' plant details
Plectranthus ciliatus 'Aureus' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with chartreuse and gold foliage. In fall and summer blue and purple flowers emerge. Grows well with bright shade - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Plectranthus ciliatus 'Aureus'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: lamiaceae
- Foliage: evergreen chartreuse and gold
- Mature size: 24 IN - 36 IN - wide, 8 IN - 18 IN - tall
- Flowers: blue and purple blooms in fall and summer
- Uses: container plant, easy-to-grow, houseplant, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Plectranthus ciliatus 'Aureus'
- USDA Zones: 9b - 12
- Sun exposure: bright shade - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Cistus Nursery
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How to Grow Plectranthus ciliatus 'Aureus'
Sun Exposure
- bright shade - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- gold
- chartreuse
Flower Color
- blue
- purple
Flower Season
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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