Common Name | Plectranthus |
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Family | Lamiaceae |
species | -- |
Plant Series | Plectranthus VELVET™ Collection |
Plant Type | Annual |
US Patent # | PPAF ('TNPLEVI') |
EU Grant # | PBRAF ('TNPLEVI') |
Bloom Time | September, October |
Flower Color | [Blue](/product-category/flower-color/blue/, Purple |
Foliage Color | Green, Purple |
Dormancy | -- |
Exposure | Part Shade, Full Shade |
Growth Habit | Mounding |
Growth Rate | Fast |
Hardiness Zone | 9, 10, 11 |
How Different? | -- |
Landscape Value | Excellent for containers, in combination plantings, as a color spot, or in the front of the border. Also a good house plant. |
Most Active Growing Season | Summer |
Persistence | Annual |
Size (HT/W/FL HT) | 14" / 17" / 17" |
Soil (Garden) | Organic, humus rich, moist. |
Water (Garden) | Average |
Special Uses | Deep South |
Comments | A tender perennial that is used as an annual. |
Plectranthus VELVET™ ‘Idol’
*** PLEASE NOTE ***
This plant is no longer for sale directly from TERRA NOVA® Nurseries. However, it may still be available through one of our Licensees or Retail Sources. |
Dark leaves with purple undertones contrast nicely with tubular, 2-lipped purple-blue flowers. These plants are self-branching, naturally compact, and extended bloom time. Enjoy in the garden, large mixed containers and summer borders.
USDA Hardiness Zone(s): 9-11
Size (HT/W/FL HT): 14″ / 17″ / 17″
Exposure: Part Shade, Full Shade
Bloom Time(s): September, October
Water (Greenhouse) | Make sure media is well drained. |
EC | 0.75 – 1.25 |
pH | 5.6 – 6.5 |
Fertility Needs | 150 – 200 ppm |
Notes | A day-length of 12 hours or less promotes flowering. Day and night temperatures of 60 to 80°F are fine year round. |
Finish Time to 4″ | 3 – 4 weeks |
Finish Time to Gallon | 8 – 10 weeks |
Day Length for Flowering | Short Day |
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