Plant Profile: Heliotropium amplexicaule

Creeping heliotrope thrives in full sun or partial shade and requires occasional watering. As an evergreen perennial, it can withstand temperatures down to approximately 30°F, while its roots can endure as low as 20°F. To encourage continuous blooming and maintain a compact shape, it should be pinched back throughout the summer. This plant spreads through rhizomes, but root pruning can help manage its growth. Notably, creeping heliotrope is drought-tolerant and can endure periods of neglect.

It's important to note that all parts of this plant are toxic, though they pose a risk only when consumed in significant amounts.

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