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    • Photo of Ptilotus rotundifolius flower by Waltzing Matilija

    Photo by Waltzing Matilija

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    Ptilotus rotundifolius

    Also Known As

    • Royal Mulla Mulla

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 2'-4'
    • W: 2'-4'

    planting zones

    • 10a-11

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    Ptilotus rotundifolius plant details

    Ptilotus rotundifolius is an evergreen perennial with blue foliage. In summer lavender flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Ptilotus rotundifolius

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: amaranthaceae
    Foliage: evergreen blue
    Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
    Flowers: lavender blooms in summer
    Uses: cutting garden, short-lived, velvety

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Ptilotus rotundifolius

    USDA Zones: 10a - 11
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular
    Resistant to: heat
    Soil needs: well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    The Royal Mulla Mulla is a short lived perennial for most of us but Ohhh those flowers are worth it. Much larger in size (and flower) than the P. exaltatus, and much more impact for the at hot sunny spot with good drainage. Keep it in the garden or take it inside and enjoy a vase life of around 2 weeks (Wow) with water changes.

    By: Waltzing Matilija

    Gardening facts about Ptilotus rotundifolius plant

    How to Grow Ptilotus rotundifolius

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • blue

    • Flower Color

      • lavender

    • Wildlife

      • beneficial insects
      • bees

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • fuzzy

    See other plant types of Ptilotus for your garden

    Ptilotus exaltatus 'Joey'

    aka Lamb's Tails, Pink Pussy Tails

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    9a-11

    Size

    Height: 18"

    Width: 18"

    • sun
    • occasional - drought tolerant
    Photo of Ptilotus exaltatus 'Joey' by Patricia Cunningham
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    Ptilotus exaltatus 'Matilda'

    aka Pink Mulla Mulla

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    9b-11

    Size

    Height: 15"-24"

    Width: 12"-18"

    • sun
    • occasional - drought tolerant
    Photo of Ptilotus exaltatus 'Matilda' flower by Waltzing Matilija
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