Plectranthus 'Lemon Twist' Variegated - Portuguese Oregano
Plectranthus ‘Lemon Twist’: Sunny Edges and Soft Leaves
‘Lemon Twist’ brightens a container with rounded green leaves edged in yellow. The softly textured, scalloped foliage has a cozy, quilted look that pairs beautifully with smooth-leaved plants.
- 🌿 Leaf shape: Rounded leaves have scalloped edges and a softly textured surface.
- 🎨 Variegation: Yellow margins frame green centers; each leaf has its own pattern.
- ✂️ Fuller growth: Pinching the growing tips encourages branching.
- 🌤️ Light preference: Bright light or gentle sun with shelter from scorching afternoon heat.
An uplifting ornamental foliage choice for a bright indoor spot or sheltered seasonal container.
Care Tips
Light: Provide bright indirect light or gentle sun. Acclimate gradually and shade from harsh afternoon heat.
Water: Water when the upper layer of mix has dried, then let excess water drain fully. Avoid both soggy soil and prolonged complete dryness.
Soil: Use a loose, airy potting mix that drains well without drying instantly.
Potting: Choose a pot with drainage holes and repot when the roots need more room.
Humidity: Provide good airflow and avoid persistently damp foliage.
Temperature: Protect from frost and cold, wet conditions.
Pruning: Pinch growing tips as needed to encourage a fuller plant.
Shipping & Handling
- Most plants are shipped bare roots without the pot and soil, with the following exceptions:
- Some plants shown in 2" pots - see more info
- Plants that require soil to stay healthy during transit - see more info
- We commit to shipping bare roots, which requires more time and labor, and provide excellent quality and service to our customers - see Benefits of Shipping Bare Roots
- You will receive a very similar plant to the one shown in the photos; shape and color may vary
- Ship within USA & its outlying territories only
- Please visit Order Processing & Shipping info page for additional details
Care Instructions
Please visit our Succulent Care info page for more details.
Use porous, well-draining potting soil suitable for this plant, as described in the Care Tips above. Add perlite or grit as needed to improve drainage. Avoid leaving roots in waterlogged soil.
Allow the soil to dry to the level recommended in the Care Tips above before watering again. Always drain excess water.
Weather Conditions
- When ordering, be mindful that living succulents can freeze. If you live in an area that is below 40°F, please consider purchasing plant until the weather is more suitable.
- Shipping Warmer: 72+ Hours Heat Packs available at my store for $2.00 each
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