There are many species of Plectranthus with a variety of habits, leaf shape and flower colour. Many have aromatic leaves too. They come from Southern and tropical Africa, where they mostly grow in shady places, and do best if kept out of direct sun in temperate climates. They can be planted in pots, or bedded out in tropical plantings.
They are very sensitive to frost, so need to be kept in a heated greenhouse, conservatory or on a windowsill for the winter.
Pot in normal potting comost, and feed occasionally with tomato food to encourage flowering.
Some species have been transferred to Coleus.
Unless otherwise indicated our plants are supplied in the following pot sizes according to category. Dimensions refer to either the pot diameter (cm) or volume (litre);
- Exotics/Conservatory & House Plants, Succulents: mostly as young plants in 7 to 9cm (approx. 0.5 litre) or 1 litre pots
- Hardy Perennials, Ferns and Grasses: 1 litre (approx. 12cm diameter)
- Hardy Shrubs and Climbers: 1.5 or 2 litre
The exact size of plants will vary with the growing season and may be cut back in accordance with normal pruning regimes or to fit in the box if they are excessively tall.
Find out more about our mail order process
Minimum order value £10
| Region | Order Value | Carriage Charge | Carrier Service | Estimated Delivery from placing your order |
| | | | | |
| UK (excluding N. Ireland) | Light weight small parcel up to 2 kg (up to 5 plants in 9 cm pots) | £6 | Royal Mail 1-2 Days (tracked) | Up to 17 days |
| UK Mainland | Orders over 2 kg | £7.50 | Royal Mail 1-2 Days (tracked) | Up to 17 days |
| Seeds & Cuttings only | All orders | £2 | Royal Mail 1st Class | Within 1 week |
| Local Delivery: Postcodes IP1 to IP8 & CO10 | Orders over £35 | FREE | Our vehicles | Within 1 week |
| Collect from Nursery (IP7 6LZ) | All orders | FREE | | 1-3 days (we will contact you) |
| Scottish Highlands
& Isle of Wight | Orders over 2 kg | £6 | Royal Mail 1-2 Days (tracked) | Up to 18 days |
| Scottish Offshore Islands | Orders over 2 kg | £7.5 | Royal Mail 1-2 Days (tracked) | Up to 18 days |
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| Royal Mail 1-2 Days (tracked) |
