Plectranthus ‘Mona lavender’ is a broadleaf evergreen, herbaceous perennial shrub with a dense, rounded form. It belongs to the mint family (Lamiaceae) and is a hybrid of two South African parents: Plectranthus saccatus and Plectranthus hilliardiae.
In Australia it is grown as a houseplant in pots or in the garden. It requires partial shade and soil that is high in organic matter and moist with good drainage. It requires a warm temperate climate for full-time outside growth. In cooler climates, it may be placed outside in summer in a place that receives morning sun to full or partial shade. It may grow 30-60 cm tall and wide.
Pinch or prune the stems to maintain a bushy rounded form. Propagate by stem cutting. The lavender blooms begin to appear when the days get shorter in Autumn and will often bloom into spring, with adequate indirect light. Deadheading helps to extend the blooming period. The shiny dark green leaves are ornamental with purple undersides.
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Love this cultivar of Lavender! The deep purple blooms are gorgeous! Thanks for hosting!
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing this gorgeous cultivar of lavender and for hosting too! Happy Floral Friday!
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Very pretty!
ReplyDeleteOh, we have Lavender in our garden too. We love them.
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing ans hosting.
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