Heliotropium curassavicum var. argentinum
Heliotropium curassavicum var. argentinum var. argentinum
This South American variety of seaside heliotrope is native to the subtropical grasslands and river margins of Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay, thriving in partial shade with regular moderate watering. It is a low-maintenance perennial that tolerates saline and moist soils but is not frost hardy outside of mild climates. Best grown outdoors in native or wildlife gardens where its small white flowers will attract pollinators.
Care Level
Moderate
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
18″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
18″
Flowers
white
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Moderately Until Soil Is Evenly Moist, Then Allow The Top Inch To Dry Before Watering Again
Soil pH
6.5 – 8.5
Temperature
-10° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Coarse
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
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