| | | Family | Labiatae | | Plant Type | herbaceous perennial | | Zone | USDA: 10a - 11 RHS: HH - FT EGF: G1 - G2 Australia: 4 - 5 | | Care Level | low, easy, suitable for beginners. | | Height | 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft) | | Spread | 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft) | | Light | partial shade | | Soil Moisture | average, well-drained | | Soil Type | | | Soil pH | | | | Description | Plectranthus australis (Swedish ivy) bears showy blossoms. This herbaceous perennial has foliage that is evergreen. | | Typical Uses | Annual. | | Special Characteristics | During winter Plectranthus australis lends winter interest to your garden. | | |