5 Seeds Wild Leadwort Plumbago zeylanica Flowering Herb Plant

Wild Leadwort (Plumbago zeylanica) is a tender perennial flowering herb known for its loose clusters of small white blooms and its spreading, semi-climbing habit. It brings a light, airy texture to gardens and containers, and the delicate flowers appear over a long season in warm conditions.

Grow Wild Leadwort as an ornamental flowering plant in borders, cottage-style beds, or large patio pots where its trailing stems can spill or gently climb. It performs best in full sun to partial shade with consistent moisture and well-draining soil, and it can be grown as a perennial in frost-free zones or as an annual or container plant in cooler climates.
Species: Plumbago zeylanica
Variety: Wild Leadwort
Type: Tender perennial flowering herb
Plant_Habit: Spreading, semi-climbing
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-draining, moderately fertile
Days_to_Harvest: Not applicable
Zones: 9 to 11
Germination: 14 to 28 days
Sowing: Surface sow, lightly press into soil, keep moist
Spacing: 18 to 24 inches
Notes: Keep warm during germination; provide support or allow to trail