Overview
Plectranthus ambiguus 'Nico' is a clump forming, bushy bedding in the genus Plectranthus, part of the Lamiaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Plectranthus ambiguus 'Nico' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H2. Suggested uses include patio and container plants, bedding, conservatory and greenhouse and ground cover.
About
Plectranthus ambiguus 'Nico' is a clump-forming, bushy cultivar of the Plectranthus genus, which comprises annuals, evergreen perennials, and shrubs with opposite, often fleshy, ovate or heart-shaped leaves. This evergreen plant thrives in full sun or partial shade and prefers a sheltered position with fertile, well-drained loam or sandy soil that can be acid, alkaline, or neutral. Suitable for patios, containers, bedding, conservatories, greenhouses, and ground cover, it is hardy to UK zone H2 and is best propagated by softwood cuttings in summer or by seed. Its season of interest includes spring and summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Plectranthus
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, East-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H2
Plant details
Plectranthus ambiguus 'Nico' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Bedding, Conservatory Greenhouse, Herbaceous Perennial, Houseplants
- Habit
- Clump forming, Bushy
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Patio and container plants, Bedding, Conservatory and greenhouse, Ground cover
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Plectranthus ambiguus 'Nico'
- Propagation
- Softwood cuttings in summer, Seed
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Plectranthus ambiguus 'Nico'?
Plectranthus ambiguus 'Nico' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Plectranthus ambiguus 'Nico' need?
Plectranthus ambiguus 'Nico' grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Plectranthus ambiguus 'Nico' hardy in the UK?
Plectranthus ambiguus 'Nico' has an RHS hardiness rating of H2, meaning it is tender, tolerating 1–5°C, and needs frost-free protection over winter.
How do I propagate Plectranthus ambiguus 'Nico'?
Softwood cuttings in summer, Seed.
More in the Plectranthus genus
- Plectranthus ciliatusIndian borage
- Plectranthus ciliatus 'Drège'Indian borage 'Drège'
- Plectranthus ciliatus 'Nico'
- Plectranthus ciliatus 'Sasha' (v)
- Plectranthus eckloniiEcklon's spurflower
- Plectranthus fruticosus 'Behr's Pride'
- Plectranthus 'Franklin's Limelight'Swedish ivy 'Franklin's Limelight'
- Plectranthus 'Franklin's Olive'