LIFE CYCLE
Perennial
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Fragrant
GROWTH HABIT
Bushy
BLOOM SEASON
Spring to Winter
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Ornamental
SUITABLE FOR
Outdoor
SEED TYPE
Open Pollinated
PLANT TYPE
Flowering Plant
PLANTING SEASON
Spring to Summer
FRUIT SIZE
Not Applicable
PLANT HEIGHT
30–45 cm
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
Full Sun to Partial Shade
WATER NEEDS
Moderate
HARDINESS ZONES
Zones 9–11
CONTAINER GARDEN
Yes
PLANT SPACING
25–30 cm
PLANTING DEPTH
0.3–0.5 cm
GROWING CONDITIONS
Warm climate, fertile, well-drained soil
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Heliotrope 'Marine' release a stronger fragrance in warm weather?
Can Heliotrope 'Marine' release a stronger fragrance in warm weather?
Yes. The sweetly scented flower clusters are often most noticeable during warm, sunny days and mild evenings.
Do the flower clusters continue forming throughout the season?
Do the flower clusters continue forming throughout the season?
Yes. Regular deadheading helps encourage continuous production of new flower clusters over an extended flowering period.
Can Heliotrope 'Marine' be grown in patio containers?
Can Heliotrope 'Marine' be grown in patio containers?
Yes. Its compact, bushy growth makes it well suited for containers, window boxes, and sunny patio displays.
Will Heliotrope 'Marine' attract butterflies and bees?
Will Heliotrope 'Marine' attract butterflies and bees?
Yes. The nectar-rich flowers are attractive to butterflies, bees, and other beneficial pollinating insects.
Can Heliotrope 'Marine' be planted near outdoor seating areas?
Can Heliotrope 'Marine' be planted near outdoor seating areas?
Yes. Its fragrant blooms make it a popular choice for patios, pathways, and other spaces where the scent can be enjoyed.
How is Heliotrope 'Marine' different from common heliotrope varieties?
How is Heliotrope 'Marine' different from common heliotrope varieties?
Heliotrope 'Marine' is valued for its deep violet-blue flower clusters, compact growth, and rich fragrance, offering a more uniform ornamental display than many standard heliotrope varieties.