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Week 13 – March 29, 2024

Plant Information

Mona Lavender Plectranthus

  • Mona Lavender Plectranthus - Bloom
  • Mona Lavender Plectranthus - Commercial Landscape 1
  • Mona Lavender Plectranthus - Container
  • Mona Lavender Plectranthus - Landscape
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Plant Details:

Scientific Name: Plectranthus x hybrida

Common Name: Swedish ivy

Hardiness Zone: 9a - 11

Hardiness Degree: 20°F (-6.7°C)

Blooming Season: Spring, Summer, Autumn

Plant Habit: Upright

Characteristics: Deer Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Shade Tolerant, Low Maintenance

Water: Medium

Fertilize: Once a month

Spacing: 12 - 14" (30 - 36cm)

Height: 12 - 16" (30 - 41cm)

Width: 24 - 36" (61 - 91cm)

Exposure: Shade, Partial Sun

General Information: Flower spikes are covered with dark lavender florettes similar in shape to a mini orchid. Dark green fuzzy foliage is a rich purple when turned over. Great in fall Landscape for warmer climates.

Grower Information:

Easy to program for flower timing. Versatile Mona Lavender stands up to high heat in production – it’s a terrific northern Fall product and a staple in the South. Requires short days to flower.

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