Plectranthus Mona Lavender

Mona Lavender Plectranthus

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Compact perennial with dark green foliage featuring purple undersides and stems, topped with lavender flower spikes in summer. Ideal for borders or containers.
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Plant Details

Common Name Mona Lavender Plectranthus
Family Lamiaceae
Genus Plectranthus
Species Plectranthus Scutellarioides
Variety Mona Lavender
Origin Cultivar (Hybrid)
Blooming Summer
Leaf Color Dark green with purple undersides and stems
Sunlight Shade / Half-shade
Category Kitchen garden plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining potting mix with peat and perlite or vermiculite for aeration

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist during active growth, allow top layer to dry slightly between waterings

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light; tolerate partial sun but protect from harsh midday rays to prevent leaf scorch

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks in spring and summer only

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Pruning

Pinch back tips regularly to encourage bushiness; deadhead spent flowers

Pest Control Aphid Spider Mite Whitefly

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
1500 – 20000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1500 – 3000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
25% – 70%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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