LEONOTIS leonurus
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LEONOTIS leonurus
Commonly known as Lion's ear
Deep green leaves and whorls of orange-red to scarlet flowers
£14.50 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Good to know
In the mint family. Attracts butterflies. -
Medicinal properties
Almost a cure-all in African tribal medicine. -
Pests & Diseases
red spider mite, whitefly, botrytis if in greenhouse or conservatory. Should be fine if grown outside -
Place of origin
South Africa. -
EvergreenTo semi evergreen. Lance-shaped, entire or scalloped, mid- to deep-green leaves 6-12cm (2½-5in) long.
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TubularTubular, two-lipped flowers 5cm (2in) long
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BorderSuitable for a sheltered, sunny border
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Greenhouse / conservatoryNot the sort of plants to be grown outside where there are likely to be frosts. These plants need to be grown in a conservatory or cool greenhouse or at least brought inside for the winter
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Patio / pot plants
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Half hardy (down to 0)
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Height
2m (6½ft) -
Spread
1m (39in)
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Tall ShrubUpright shrub
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Tender - cool or frost free greenhouse
Tolerant of low temperatures, but not surviving being frozen. Except in frost-free inner-city areas or coastal extremities requires glasshouse conditions. Plant can withstand temperatures down to 1°C (34°F) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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Fertile well drained soilFor greenhouse use loam based compost and full light.
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Full sun
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Butterfly friendly
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Mature Size2m (6½ft)
1m (39in)
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Leonotis - Growing Guide
