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Plectranthus madagascariensis 'Variegated Mintleaf'
  • RHS AGM

plectranthus 'Variegated Mintleaf'

A prostrate, somewhat succulent perennial with mint-scented, round leaves margined with creamy-white, and pale blue tubular flowers in loose terminal spikes in summer

Synonyms
Plectranthus madagascariensis 'Variegata'
Plectranthus coleoides 'Variegatus'
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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metres
Time to ultimate height
2–5 years
Ultimate spread
0.5–1 metres
Growing conditions
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Well–drained
pH
Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Green Variegated White
Summer Blue Green Variegated White
Autumn Green Variegated White
Winter Green Variegated White
Position
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade
Aspect

West–facing or South–facing

Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H1C
Botanical details
Family
Lamiaceae
Native to the UK
No
Foliage
Evergreen
Habit
Matforming
Genus

A genus of annual or perennial herbs or shrubs, some of which can be succulent or tuberous in nature, and one of the easiest plants to propagate. Their velvety leaves add vibrant shades of red, pink, green and purple to beds and borders, pots and containers

Name status

Accepted

How to grow

Cultivation

Grow under glass or in a sheltered frost-free enviroment. Suitable for a hanging basket

Propagation

Propagate by seed or division

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • Patio and container plants
Pruning

No pruning required

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

Generally disease-free

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