Orthosiphon labiatus – Shell Bush, Pink Sage, Pink Cat’s Whiskers
BY WIKILAWN | OCTOBER 27TH, 2012 | EVERGREEN, FLOWERS, FOLIAGE PLANT, HERBACEOUS, OUTDOOR, SHRUBS AND BUSHES, ZONE 10A, ZONE 10B, ZONE 11, ZONE 9A, ZONE 9BOrthosiphon is a genus of herbaceous shrubs from the family of Salvia and is known for its ornamental blooms. These drought tolerant shrubs especially Orthosiphon labiatus is a long blooming plant that forms a handsome shrub (up to 1 meter) for gardens and landscapes.
Orthosiphon labiatum
Orthosiphon labiatus is known for its pink, tubular flowers that appear on upright stems of the plant to cover the entire plant in spring and summer. Flowers are usually purple-pink and emit a minty fragrance. This handsome shrub is perfect for mass plantation schemes to form large beds of decent foliage and spring blooms.
Orthosiphon labiatus is known by many names – Shell Bush, Pink Sage, and Pink Cat’s Whiskers. It grows best in full to partial sun and requires regular watering.
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- Arvada, CO
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- Brighton, CO
- Broomfield, CO
- Buffalo Creek, CO
- Castle Rock, CO
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- Franktown, CO
- Golden, CO
- Henderson, CO
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