Plectranthus fruticosus

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Plectranthus fruticosus

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SpurflowerShrub, EvergreenFamily: Lamiaceae

Height: 2mSpread: 2m
Tender

Attractive to wildlife

Flower colour:

Purple

Foliage colour:

Green

Position

Sun Exposure:

Dappled shade, full shade, partial shade

Aspect:

East facing, north facing

Position in Border:

Middle

Soil

Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Plectranthus is a genus of annuals, perennials and shrubs, nearly all of which are native to the Southern Hemisphere, including sub-Saharan Africa, India, Madagascar and Australia. Given these warm origins, most Plectranthus are frost-tender, so can be moved outdoors in the warmer months but will require winter protection. Some Plectranthus make good houseplants.

Plectranthus fruticosus is a shade-loving evergreen shrub with purple flower spikes in the summer months. As it's frost tender, you can grow it in a large container that can be easily moved indoors or outdoors when needed.

For best results, grow Plectranthus fruticosus in partial or light shade in humus-rich, well-drained soil. It can be grown outdoors in the summer months, but will require frost protection the rest of the year.

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Plectranthus ‘Fruticosus’ and wildlife

Plectranthus ‘Fruticosus’ is known for attracting bees. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.

Is known to attract Bees

Bees

Is not known to attract Beneficial insects

Beneficial insects

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Butterflies/Moths

Butterflies/Moths

Is not known to attract Other pollinators

Other pollinators

Is Plectranthus ‘Fruticosus’ poisonous?

Plectranthus ‘Fruticosus’ has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Cats

Cats

Is not known to attract Dogs

Dogs

Is not known to attract Horses

Horses

Is not known to attract Livestock

Livestock

Is not known to attract People

People