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Swedish Ivy

Plectranthus Verticillatus

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Overview

Swedish Ivy (Plectranthus verticillatus) is an evergreen perennial boasting cascading stems lined with round, glossy leaves, each spanning about 1-2 inches. Thriving in partial shade, it reaches a height of 1 foot and spreads up to 2-3 feet, flourishing in hardiness zones 10-11. Ideal for hanging baskets and groundcover, it requires minimal care, with moderate watering and well-draining soil, offering a lush, verdant accent in both indoor and outdoor spaces.

Sun HalfWater MediumZones 10–11Climate Mediterranean
Swedish Ivy (Plectranthus Verticillatus) — Swedish Ivy (Plectranthus verticillatus) is an evergreen perennial boasting cascading stems lined with round
Swedish Ivy (Plectranthus Verticillatus) — each spanning about 1-2 inchesSwedish Ivy (Plectranthus Verticillatus) — Thriving in partial shadeSwedish Ivy (Plectranthus Verticillatus) — it reaches a height of 1 foot and spreads up to 2-3 feetSwedish Ivy (Plectranthus Verticillatus) — flourishing in hardiness zones 10-11Swedish Ivy (Plectranthus Verticillatus) — Ideal for hanging baskets and groundcoverSwedish Ivy (Plectranthus Verticillatus) — with moderate watering and well-draining soil+9

Culture

Sun
Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
10–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Lamiaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Swedish Ivy (Plectranthus Verticillatus) — Swedish Ivy (Plectranthus verticillatus) is an evergreen perennial boasting cascading stems lined with round
Swedish Ivy (Plectranthus Verticillatus) — each spanning about 1-2 inches
Swedish Ivy (Plectranthus Verticillatus) — Thriving in partial shade
Swedish Ivy (Plectranthus Verticillatus) — it reaches a height of 1 foot and spreads up to 2-3 feet
Swedish Ivy (Plectranthus Verticillatus) — flourishing in hardiness zones 10-11
Swedish Ivy (Plectranthus Verticillatus) — Ideal for hanging baskets and groundcover
Swedish Ivy (Plectranthus Verticillatus) — with moderate watering and well-draining soil
Swedish Ivy (Plectranthus Verticillatus) — scientifically named Plectranthus verticillatus
Swedish Ivy (Plectranthus Verticillatus) — verdant accent in both indoor and outdoor spaces
Swedish Ivy (Plectranthus Verticillatus) — easy-to-grow perennial that boasts cascading stems and rounded
Swedish Ivy (Plectranthus Verticillatus) — With its vibrant green foliage
Swedish Ivy (Plectranthus Verticillatus) — it adds a touch of vibrant verdure to any landscape design
Swedish Ivy (Plectranthus Verticillatus) — It can tolerate some shade, which makes it versatile for different garden areas
Swedish Ivy (Plectranthus Verticillatus) — reaching heights of approximately 10-12 inches
Swedish Ivy (Plectranthus Verticillatus) — with a spread that can extend to 18-24 inches
Swedish Ivy (Plectranthus Verticillatus) — Swedish Ivy requires well-draining soil and even moisture

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