Blue Porterweed (Stachytarpheta Jamaicensis) is a perennial shrub in the Verbenaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 10-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

A low-growing, sprawling evergreen perennial shrub known for its long-lasting spikes of blue to purple flowers.

Blue Porterweed

Blue Porterweed

Stachytarpheta Jamaicensis

A low-growing, sprawling evergreen perennial shrub known for its long-lasting spikes of blue to purple flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
10-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:pollinator attractor, ornamental shrub, groundcover

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Blue Porterweed

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Verbenaceae
Genus:Stachytarpheta