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Common Heliotrope

Heliotropium Arborescens

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Overview

Heliotropium arborescens, the Common Heliotrope, is a fragrant perennial often grown as an annual. It reaches a height of 12-18 inches and spreads about the same. Preferring full sun to partial shade, it blooms clusters of tiny, violet or white flowers from spring to fall. Thrives in well-drained soil, adding sweet vanilla scent and vibrant color to borders or containers. USDA zones 10-11; protect from frost.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 10–11Type Shrub

Common Heliotrope (Heliotropium Arborescens) — It reaches a height of 12-18 inches and spreads about the same; reaches 1-3 feet in height and spreads

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones: 10–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Shrub
Family: Boraginaceae

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Common Heliotrope (Heliotropium Arborescens) — <br><br>With their captivating aroma and vibrant coloration

Common Heliotrope (Heliotropium Arborescens) — Heliotropium arborescens, the Common Heliotrope, is a fragrant perennial often grown as an annual

Common Heliotrope (Heliotropium Arborescens) — that all parts of the plant are toxic if ingested and should be handled with care

Common Heliotrope (Heliotropium Arborescens) — Preferring full sun to partial shade, it blooms clusters of tiny, violet or white flowers from, image 65

Common Heliotrope (Heliotropium Arborescens) — These plants enjoy warmer temperatures and should be protected from frost; though care should be taken to avoid

Common Heliotrope (Heliotropium Arborescens) — that all parts of the plant are toxic if ingested and should be handled with care; especially in, image 87

Common Heliotrope (Heliotropium Arborescens) — Their pollinator-friendly blooms attract bees and butterflies, contributing to the biodiversity of the garden

Common Heliotrope (Heliotropium Arborescens) — especially in hotter regions

Common Heliotrope (Heliotropium Arborescens) — that all parts of the plant are toxic if ingested and should be handled with care; especially in hotter regions

Common Heliotrope (Heliotropium Arborescens) — which may bloom from late spring until the first frost; it reaches a height of 12-18 inches and spreads about

Common Heliotrope (Heliotropium Arborescens) — Common Heliotropes are sure to provide both visual and olfactory pleasure in any garden setting

Common Heliotrope (Heliotropium Arborescens) — often treated as an annual in cooler climates; uSDA zones 10-11; protect from frost, image 103

Common Heliotrope (Heliotropium Arborescens) — Heliotropium arborescens, the Common Heliotrope, is a fragrant perennial often grown as an annual, image 63

Common Heliotrope (Heliotropium Arborescens) — also known as Garden Heliotrope or Heliotropium arborescens; <br><br>For optimal growth

Common Heliotrope (Heliotropium Arborescens) — especially around children and pets; their pollinator-friendly blooms attract bees and butterflies, image 88

Common Heliotrope (Heliotropium Arborescens) — consider placement near areas where their fragrance can be appreciated

Common Heliotrope (Heliotropium Arborescens) — and consistent moisture is key; common Heliotrope (Heliotropium arborescens) <br><br>The Common Heliotrope

Common Heliotrope (Heliotropium Arborescens) — often treated as an annual in cooler climates; uSDA zones 10-11; protect from frost, image 72

Common Heliotrope (Heliotropium Arborescens) — lavender flowers in the garden; which may bloom from late spring until the first frost, image 91

Common Heliotrope (Heliotropium Arborescens) — lavender to deep purple flowers; especially around children and pets

Common Heliotrope (Heliotropium Arborescens) — They thrive in well-drained

Common Heliotrope (Heliotropium Arborescens) — shrub with lavender blooms; these plants enjoy warmer temperatures and should be protected from frost

Common Heliotrope (Heliotropium Arborescens) — typically about 2-4 inches long

Common Heliotrope (Heliotropium Arborescens) — It reaches a height of 12-18 inches and spreads about the same

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Melissa McMasters from Memphis, CC BY 2.0 · source
Tony Hisgett from Birmingham, UK, CC BY 2.0 · source
Franz Xaver, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
Emőke Dénes, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
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