Plectranthus neochilus variegata is an aromatic herb belonging to the Lamiaceae family. The aromatic foliage is grayish-green in color and spreads across the ground as a ground cover growing between 1 ft to 3 ft. The plant bears attractive-looking deep blue flowers from spring to fall. This succulent is commonly known as the Lobster Flower and is native to South Africa. The frost-hardy succulent is a fast grower, going dormant in summer. It needs bright shade to full sun for best growth.
Growth Rate
Plectranthus neochilus variegata is a fast-growing plant.
Flowering
The Lobster flower plant bears dark blue or purple-colored blooms from Spring to Fall.
Watering
This succulent requires deep but infrequent watering. The containers should have proper drainage holes so that the soil dries up fully before watering.
Soil
The plant prefers well-drained succulent soil. Add 50% - 70% coarse sand, perlite, or pumice to regular soil.
Hardiness
The Lobster flower succulent is frost-hardy. Its hardiness zone is 9b - 11b.
Light
Place your plant in bright shade to full sun for its best growth.
Propagation
The ideal way to propagate Plectranthus neochilus variegata is via stem cuttings.
Plectranthus neochilus variegata plant looks impressive as a ground cover and looks good in a mixed container. The rounded and scalloped foliage tends to spill over the edges, making it an attractive addition to your home garden.
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| Blooming Season | spring to summer |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Lobster Flower |
| Dormancy | - |
| Family | Lamiaceae |
| Flower | Purple |
| Frost Tolerance | - |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Hardiness Zone | 9b to 11b |
| Height | Over 12" |
| Origin | South Africa |
| Scientific Name | plectranthus neochilus variegata |
| Shape | Vertical Grower / Tall Stem |
| Sun Exposure | Full sun |