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A gorgeously perfumed Old World favourite, Heliotrope is named for its habit of turning to face the sun. The Victorians adored its heady, sensuous fragrance for their nosegays, a rich, sweet blend of cherries, vanilla and almond. Also known as cherry pie plant, it produces velvety clusters of tiny deep blue-violet blooms.
Sow direct where they are to grow or into trays of Yates® Black Magic® Seed Raising Mix. Firm down, water gently and keep moist through germination period. Transplant or thin out when large enough to handle.
Choose a sunny, well drained position. Mix Yates® Thrive® Natural Blood & Bone into soil before planting, and feed regularly with Yates® Thrive® Flower & Fruit Soluble Fertiliser. Protect from snails and slugs.
Prune back 'leggy' growth to keep mature plants compact. Not suitable for planting around grazing livestock - toxic to horses and ruminants. Do not allow children or pets to ingest heliotrope as it may have toxic effects.
Store in a cool dry place away from direct Sunlight. Keep out of reach of children and pets.
NOT TO BE USED FOR ANY PURPOSE OR IN ANY MANNER CONTRARY TO THIS LABEL UNLESS AUTHORISED
Plant space |
25cm |
Sow depth |
3mm |
Plant height |
25cm |
Germination |
28-40 days |
Germination (days) |
35 days |
Flowering |
14 weeks |
Flowering (days) |
100 days |
Botanical name |
Heliotrope arborescens |
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