Heliotropium arborescens

Heliotropium arborescens Details

Heliotropium arborescens, commonly known as the Cherry Pie plant, is grown for its lush foliage and pretty flowers. The petite flowers are two-tone purple and held as clusters off short stems during spring and summer. The flowers gradually age to white and are complemented with lush, dark green foliage. This evergreen typically grows to 40 cm tall and 50 cm wide, performing best when planted in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained, sheltered site. It is tolerant of short periods of dry as well as moderate frost once established. Heliotropium arborescens is commonly included in a mixed or border planting, included in outdoor living areas, added to cottage gardens, or maintained in a container. A mass planting is a great way to showcase this plant.