Smooth heliotrope
Heliotropium curassavicum
Smooth heliotrope is a hardy, adaptable perennial that tolerates saline soils, coastal conditions, and disturbed sites with minimal care. It produces small, curling clusters of white to pale lavender flowers that attract pollinators from spring through fall. Plant in a sunny to partly shaded spot with well-drained soil and water moderately, as it copes well with periodic dryness once established.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 48″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
18″
Flowers
white
Watering Schedule
Every 10-14 Days • Water Until Soil Is Evenly Moist; Allow Soil To Dry Moderately Between Waterings
Soil pH
6.5 – 8.5
Temperature
-25° – 95°F
Mature Spread
up to 36″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Coarse
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Dec 25, 2021 by Trap Hers (cc-by-sa)
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