{"product_id":"heliotropium-arborescens-fragrant-delight","title":"Fragrant Delight Heliotrope","description":"\u003cp\u003eFragrant Delight Heliotrope (\u003cem\u003eHeliotropium arborescens\u003c\/em\u003e 'Fragrant Delight') is a classic, intensely fragrant flowering perennial grown as an annual in most climates, celebrated for its large, flat-topped clusters of rich purple blooms and its extraordinary, intoxicating vanilla-cherry fragrance that fills the garden with one of the most beloved scents in horticulture. 'Fragrant Delight' is specifically selected for superior fragrance intensity — delivering the powerful, old-fashioned heliotrope scent that has captivated gardeners for centuries. The deep green, deeply veined, textured foliage provides a lush, tropical backdrop for the abundant purple flower heads that bloom continuously from late spring through fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese Professional Grade 4\" plants are grown to the highest nursery standards, producing well-rooted specimens that establish quickly and bloom prolifically in sunny, warm garden conditions. Fragrant Delight Heliotrope thrives in full sun to partial shade and performs beautifully in patio containers, window boxes, mixed borders, and cutting gardens where its exceptional fragrance can be enjoyed up close. Its compact, mounding habit and continuous bloom make it one of the most rewarding scented annuals for the summer garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtraordinary Vanilla-Cherry Fragrance:\u003c\/strong\u003e One of the most intensely and beautifully scented flowering plants available — the rich vanilla-cherry fragrance fills the surrounding garden and is especially powerful on warm, sunny afternoons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRich Purple Blooms All Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large, flat-topped clusters of deep purple flowers bloom continuously from late spring through fall, providing months of vibrant color alongside the extraordinary fragrance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutstanding Container \u0026amp; Patio Plant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact mounding habit and exceptional fragrance make Fragrant Delight Heliotrope an ideal choice for patio containers, window boxes, and raised planters where its scent can be fully appreciated at close range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eButterfly \u0026amp; Pollinator Attractor:\u003c\/strong\u003e The nectar-rich purple flower clusters attract butterflies, hummingbirds, and beneficial insects throughout the long bloom season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassic Cottage Garden Appeal:\u003c\/strong\u003e The deep purple blooms and intoxicating fragrance bring timeless, old-fashioned cottage garden charm to modern landscapes, borders, and mixed plantings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese 4\" healthy live plants thrive in full sun to partial shade with rich, moist, well-drained soil. Water regularly and consistently — do not allow to dry out completely. Hardy as a perennial in USDA Zones 10–11; grown as a heat-loving annual in all other climates. Plant after all danger of frost has passed. Mature height 18–24 inches with a spread of 12–18 inches. Blooms late spring through fall. Deadhead spent flower clusters to encourage continuous bloom production throughout the season.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Planted Places","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48277949153494,"sku":"2HLTFRD4","price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0293\/2496\/8075\/files\/HELIOTROPIUM_arborescens_Fragrant_Delight.png?v=1779307349","url":"https:\/\/www.plantedplaces.com\/products\/heliotropium-arborescens-fragrant-delight","provider":"Planted Places","version":"1.0","type":"link"}