Vick's Plant LIVE Starter Plant
Vick's Plant LIVE Starter Plant
Vick's Plant
Plectranthus tomentosa
Also called Succulent Coleus
Check out my YouTube video "Live Plant Care Guide & Delivery Unboxing for my Customers" for further instructions on what to expect with your live plant delivery and care tips: https://youtu.be/BmPw4rKLwDk
Vicks Plant is a rare succulent part of the mint family. Packed with essential oils, its leaves offer a natural solution for respiratory issues. With a minty scent reminiscent of menthol (just like Vick's Vapor Rub), simply crushing a few leaves and inhaling deeply can help clear airways and improve breathing. You can also create a therapeutic herbal steam by adding crushed leaves to boiling water. Beyond its health perks, the Vicks plant is a visually striking addition to your home, boasting lush green leaves and vibrant purple flowers. It's easy to care for, thriving in well-drained soil and partial shade with regular watering and fertilization to keep it healthy and beneficial.
When can I start harvesting leaves? Leaves can be harvested right away. But I recommend allowing this starter plant to grow a little bit larger.
Growing Conditions
USDA Hardiness Zones: 9-11
Does not like temperatures below 40F.
Perennial succulent
Sun: Partial shade
Soil: Everything grows best in soil that is heavy in composted organic matter. This plant is usually grown in containers and treated like a house plant.
Water: Monitor young plants and keep consistent water. Once established, the can survive periods of drought.
Fertilizer: Not really necessary for mature plants, but for young/smaller plants I recommend mixing in blood meal into the planting hole which is high in nitrogen and promotes lush leafy growth.
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Shipping
***I cannot ship this plant to Hawaii due to agricultural restrictions***
Please understand that I only offer USPS flat rate priority mail options for plants/bulbs/rhizomes. The longer they stay in transit, the greater the risk that it will arrive dead or damaged. I just want to ensure that plants arrive alive/healthy to my customers.
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- I encourage each gardener to research specifics on how to be successful propagating. I also have lots of information on my Instagram and YouTube channel. I started this shop to share my love of certain seed varieties and spread the knowledge of gardening. Please feel free to message me if you cant find information or have additional questions.
- No returns or refunds. Since there are so many factors that affect propagation and growing success, no refunds or exchanges are allowed once shipped. These are the same seeds and plants I use in my personal garden so I can attest to their viability. Seeds are fresh season to season.
- Availability of seeds/plants in this shop varies depending on what I have growing that season. With that said, please be advised that seeds/plants are available in limited quantities. Once sold out they may or may not be available again.
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