Overview

Teucrium fruticans Curaçao ('Ventecu'PBR) is a clump forming, bushy shrubs in the genus Teucrium, part of the Lamiaceae family, with semi evergreen or evergreen foliage. Teucrium fruticans Curaçao ('Ventecu'PBR) grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, wildflower meadow and wildlife gardens.

About

Teucrium fruticans is a species of flowering plant in the mint family Lamiaceae, native to the western and central Mediterranean. Growing to 1 m (3 ft) tall by 4 m (13 ft) wide, it is a spreading evergreen shrub with arching velvety white shoots, glossy aromatic leaves and pale blue flowers in summer.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Teucrium

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Loam

Soil pH

Neutral

Soil moisture

Well-drained

Aspect

South-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H6

Plant details

Teucrium fruticans Curaçao ('Ventecu'PBR) size, habit and characteristics

Plant type

Shrubs

Habit

Clump forming, Bushy

Foliage

Semi evergreen or Evergreen

Suggested uses

Cottage and informal garden, Wildflower meadow, Wildlife gardens

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Teucrium fruticans Curaçao ('Ventecu'PBR)

Propagation

Seed, softwood or semi-ripe cuttings

Pest resistance

Generally pest-free

Disease resistance

Generally disease-free

Frequently asked questions

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