Common Heliotrope
Heliotropium arborescens 'Sweet Heaven'
Boraginaceae
Growth habit
Shrub
Perennation
Cultivated as annual
Biocultural value
Dense clusters of light purple flowers have a soft, sweet fragrance with a subtle almond extract note.
Location
Robison Herb Garden, Robison Herb Garden
Source of plant
Select Seeds
Description
A selection of H. arborescens, 'Sweet Heaven' has lavender flowers and a rich scent laden with the fragrance of lilacs mixed with a hint of almond extract. Performed well in summer heat and drought this year, and continued in graceful bloom all season. Annual, 2.5 ft tall, blooms summer to fall.
USDA Hardiness Zone
10
Special characteristics
fragrance, tender perennial