5 Seeds Heliotrope Marine Heliotropium arborescens Flower

Heliotrope Marine is a classic garden favorite grown for its dense clusters of small violet-purple blooms and its strong, sweet vanilla-like fragrance. Plants form compact, bushy mounds of dark green foliage, making them an elegant choice for borders, containers, and mixed flower beds where their scent and color can be enjoyed up close.
These flowering plants work beautifully in patio pots, window boxes, and cottage-style garden plantings, where the richly colored blossoms contrast nicely with lighter flowers and foliage. The fragrant flower clusters appear through the warmer months and are a traditional choice for cut arrangements and scented gardens. Grow in a sunny spot with well-drained soil and consistent moisture for best results.
Species: Heliotropium arborescens
Variety: Marine
Type: Tender perennial, often grown as an annual
Plant Habit: Compact, bushy mound
Sun: Full sun to part shade
Soil: Well-drained, fertile, moist
Days to Harvest: Not applicable
Zones: 10 to 11 as perennial; grown as an annual elsewhere
Germination: 14 to 21 days at 65 to 75F
Sowing: Surface sow, lightly press into soil, do not cover deeply as light aids germination
Spacing: 10 to 12 inches
Notes: Keep soil evenly moist during establishment; pinch young plants to encourage fuller growth