Plectranthus oertendahlii

Lush ground cover foliage is olive green with handsome pewter veins. Bottoms of leaves are deep purple and well displayed in hanging pots. Delicate white flower spikes in fall.
height 6–12in
width 2–5ft
tolerates Heat, Pots
water
needs		 Moderate
water
info		 This tropical succulent is from lush areas of Africa and appreciates consistent water. It tolerates going dry, but must then be watered. It won’t tolerate the extended drought that other succulents from arid climates will. Along with this comes an exceptionally lush ground cover that is fast growing and rewarding.
hardy
to		 30F
exposure Full Shade – Part Sun
indoor
outdoor		 In or Out
drainage In Ground: Cactus Mix, In Pots: Cactus Mix
fertilizing All Purpose
origin E South Africa
california
native		 No
sunset
zones		 22–24, H2

Sunset Zones Map

SUNSET ZONES MAP

Growing Notes

Easily divided in spring and moved around the garden or grown from cuttings. Not particularly invasive in California where it’s too dry down south and too cold up north. Mexican mint tends to mat on itself as it grows; a hard prune every couple years in spring refreshes your clump and keeps it tidy.