Zulu Spurflower

Plectranthus Zuluensis

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Overview

The Zulu Spurflower (Plectranthus zuluensis) is an attractive shade-loving perennial. It features sprawling stems that can reach up to 2 feet long, with 5-inch ovate, velvety leaves and sprays of tubular, violet-blue flowers appearing in autumn. Thriving in USDA zones 9-11, it prefers well-drained soil and part to full shade. This low-maintenance plant is ideal for underplanting and containers, bringing vibrant color to any subtropical garden setting.

Sun ShadeWater MediumZones 10–11Climate Mediterranean

Zulu Spurflower (Plectranthus Zuluensis) — The Zulu Spurflower (Plectranthus zuluensis) is an attractive shade-loving perennial

Zulu Spurflower (Plectranthus Zuluensis) — It features sprawling stems that can reach up to 2 feet long

Zulu Spurflower (Plectranthus Zuluensis) — velvety leaves and sprays of tubular

Zulu Spurflower (Plectranthus Zuluensis) — violet-blue flowers appearing in autumn

Zulu Spurflower (Plectranthus Zuluensis) — Thriving in USDA zones 9-11, it prefers well-drained soil and part to full shade

Zulu Spurflower (Plectranthus Zuluensis) — This low-maintenance plant is ideal for underplanting and containers

Zulu Spurflower (Plectranthus Zuluensis) — bringing vibrant color to any subtropical garden setting

Culture

Sun: Shade
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 10–11

Shape & size

Mature height: 4–6 Ft.
Mature width: 4–6 Ft.

Classification

Family: Lamiaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Zulu Spurflower (Plectranthus Zuluensis) — The Zulu Spurflower (Plectranthus zuluensis) is an attractive shade-loving perennial

Zulu Spurflower (Plectranthus Zuluensis) — It features sprawling stems that can reach up to 2 feet long

Zulu Spurflower (Plectranthus Zuluensis) — velvety leaves and sprays of tubular

Zulu Spurflower (Plectranthus Zuluensis) — violet-blue flowers appearing in autumn

Zulu Spurflower (Plectranthus Zuluensis) — Thriving in USDA zones 9-11, it prefers well-drained soil and part to full shade

Zulu Spurflower (Plectranthus Zuluensis) — This low-maintenance plant is ideal for underplanting and containers

Zulu Spurflower (Plectranthus Zuluensis) — bringing vibrant color to any subtropical garden setting

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