
heliotrope
Heliotropium arborescens
Overview
Heliotrope (Heliotropium arborescens) is a fragrant flowering plant native to tropical regions. It has distinctive round leaves and small, colorful flowers in shades of purple, blue, white, and pink that it produces in clusters during the summer. The fragrant scent of heliotrope is strong and often compared to vanilla or cherry. These flowers are often used in ornamental gardens and as cut flowers. Heliotrope is drought tolerant, fast spreading, and enjoyed by butterflies and pollinators.
Care Guide
Watering
Average — every "3-4" days.
Light
full sun, part shade.
Temperature
Hardiness zone 10-11.
Pruning
Best pruned in May.
Propagation
Seed Propagation, Cutting, Division, Layering Propagation
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