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Heliotropium arborescens 'Marine' (Heliotrope, Cherry pie)

Heliotropium arborescens 'Marine' Photo/Illustration: Courtesy of Thompson & Morgan Seedsmen, Inc.



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Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Botanical Name: Heliotropium arborescens 'Marine' hee-lee-oh-TRO-pee-um ar-bor-RES-senz Common Name: Heliotrope, Cherry pie Synonyms: Heliotropium peruvianus Genus: Heliotropium
'Marine' heliotrope has a compact form with broadly oval to lance-shaped, wrinkled leaves tinged with purple. In summer, it bears a profusion of fragrant deep violet-blue flowerheads up to 6 inches across.
 Noteworthy characteristics: A perennial in warmer climates, it is often grown as an annual where not hardy. Its rich foliage and profuse blooms make it a great choice for summer bedding or windowboxes. In warmer climates, grow at the front of a border or in containers outdoors.
 Care: Provide full sun to light shade and moist but well-drained soil.
 Propagation: From seed.
 Problems: Susceptible to whiteflies, rust, and leaf spot.
Height 6 in. to 12 in.
Spread 1 ft. to 3 ft.
Light Full Sun to Part Shade
Moisture Medium Moisture
Maintenance Low
Characteristics Attracts Butterflies; Fragrant Flowers; Showy Flowers; Showy Foliage
Bloom Time Summer
Foliage Color Colorful/Burgundy Foliage
Flower Color Purple/ Lavender Flower
Uses Beds and Borders, Container
Style Cottage Garden
Seasonal Interest Summer Interest
Type Annuals

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