Velvet Elvis Plectranthus is a mounding evergreen perennial with whorls of thick velvety dark green foliage with vibrant purple undersides. Abundant spikes of larger mint-like deep lavender flowers bloom from late summer into early fall. Grows best with good direct sun and consistently moist well-drained soils and moderate humidity. Treat as an annual when planted outside. Velvet Elvis is disease resistant.
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Type: |
Perennial, Annual |
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Origins: |
Southern Africa |
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Height: |
2.5' - 3' |
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Spread: |
2’ - 2.5’ |
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Spacing: |
2.5’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
10 - 11 |
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Culture: |
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Bloom Color: |
Purple |
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Season of Interest: |
MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Common issues for houseplants include mites, mealybugs, and root rot. Let the soil dry between watering. Direct sunlight will dull and droop the foliage.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Rock Gardens, Houseplant, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Allium, Petunia, Begonia
IMAGE: Terra Nova, Plectranthus ‘Velvet Elvis’
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
