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Heliotrope

Large clusters of very fragrant flowers are produced on vigorous plants. Lovely in containers or mixed plantings where their beauty and fragrance can be appreciated. Attractive to butterflies and hummingbirds. Available in white, blue and purple.

Companion Plants

Coleus

Lantana

Vinca

Plant Details

  • Common name

    Heliotrope

  • Botanical name

    Heliotropium

  • Variety

    Scentropia

  • Zone

    Grow as an annual

  • Light

    Sun

  • Height

    10-14" (25-36 cm)

  • Habit

    Upright

  • Feed

    All-purpose fertilizer when actively growing

  • Water

    Prefers well-drained soil

  • Bloom Color

    Purple

  • Bloom Time

    Summer

  • Maintenance

    Remove spent blooms to maintain neat appearance.

This plant also belongs to the following BloomIQ.com collections:

  • Grace R.'s collection
  • Zoey M.'s collection