6–8 hours

2–3 days a week

Propagate by soft cuttings in water/soil or by easily removing sprouts/plantlets from the soil and repotting.

Plumbago

Plumbago auriculata

Outdoor

Plumbago,Balanced fertilizer (NPK 10-10-10),Apply every 2–3 weeks; supports blue flowering and bushy growth; prune regularly

20–30°C

Non-toxic to pets

No

South Africa (Cape Province).

Plumbago adds soft blue flowers and purifies air. It thrives in warm climates and attracts butterflies. A beautiful shrub for garden beds.

Plumbago may drop leaves in cold weather and develop yellowing from overwatering. It’s sensitive to pests and prefers full sun.