Description

Leonotis nepetifolia Seeds

Lion’s Ear

Leonotis nepetifolia is an unusual plant native to tropical Africa and southern India. It grows to a height of 3m in a single year. Whorls of striking lipped flowers, that are most commonly orange, but can vary to red, white, and purple. It has very soft serrated leaves that can grow up to 4 inches wide.

Max Height 3m.

Full sun.

Not hardy. Used as a tropical bedding plant.

Leonotis nepetifolia seeds germination tips:

Sown in spring onto a good seed compost and lightly cover.

Place into a propagator and keep moist.

Prick out when large enough to handle.

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Find more info here: Leonotis nepetifolia – Wikipedia