Description
Lion Pink plectranthus is a compact, mounding plant with rich green to silvery foliage and upright spikes of pinkish-purple, bell-shaped flowers. It adds soft color and texture to mixed containers and garden beds, with a typical mature size of about 12–18 inches tall and 12–16 inches wide.
Growing in Alabama and the Southeast
Plant in well-drained soil where it receives sun to partial shade. In Alabama, afternoon protection may be useful during intense summer heat. Water regularly during establishment, then allow the upper soil to begin drying between thorough waterings. Avoid soggy roots and leave space between plants for airflow in humid weather. Flowering is especially attractive in the cooler part of the season; move containers to shelter or protect plants when a hard freeze threatens.
