Heliotrope Heliotropium arborescens

Heliotrope (Heliotropium arborescens) is a tender perennial grown for not for eating. It prefers full sun and gritty, free-draining soil, reaching about 30–50 cm. Harvest in flowers for scent bowls for the best flavour and aroma.

  • Sun: Full sun
  • Soil: Gritty, free-draining soil
  • Watering: Low to moderate once established
  • Harvest: Flowers for scent bowls
  • Difficulty: Easy

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