An old-fashioned Victorian favorite, heliotrope is still cultivated for perfume making in Europe. The handsome plants have dark blue-green leaves and velvety 4 to 5 inch panicles of tiny purple blossoms whose soft sensuous fragrance is reminiscent of violets and cherries but more rich and complex. Plant them in containers or nearby garden beds where you can easily enjoy their sweet scent and bewitching color throughout the summer.
Details
Botanical Name
Heliotropium arborescens 'Deep Marine'
Common Name
Deep Marine Heliotrope
Hardiness Zone
Appearance
Max Height
18 inches
Max Spread
Plant Form
Foliage Colour
- Dark Blue Green
Fall Colour
Flower Colour
- Purple
Edible
Edible Component
Edible Harvest Period
Edible Use
Fruit Colour
Growing
Flowering Period
Summer to Fall
Moisture
Average to Evenly Moist
Sunlight
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Maintenance
Deer Resistance
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