About
A compact, mat-forming, evergreen shrub to about 30cm tall from the coastal ranges of central California with small, leathery, dark green, finely serrated leaves and small, white, urn-shaped flowers in spring, followed by attractive, mealy, orange-red berries. A choice and ornamental Arctostaphylos for a well-drained, sunny, acidic position.
About the genus
Plectranthus can be annuals, evergreen perennials or shrubs, with opposite, ovate or heart-shaped, sometimes fleshy leaves, and 2-lipped, tubular flowers borne in whorls forming spikes or panicles
Plant details
Suggested usesBedding, containers, hanging baskets.
Care notes
CultivationPlant after last frost in fertile soil.
PruningDeadhead regularly.
PropagationGrow from seed in spring.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.