Leonotis nepetifolia Large and sprawling, this tentacular giant is freedom loving and will certainly become a favorite if you value the wild and woolly. Hummingbirds and butterflies love its nectar-rich, fuzzy flower tubules that leap from sharp, spiky green bracts. Flowers starting late summer. The nectar has a sweet grapefruit taste, and many parts of this bitter plant have been used in traditional medicines. Moderately drought tolerant, prefers well-drained soils. If you like the unusual and unruly, this orange monster is for you! Pkt.

Growing Instructions: Tender Perennial, may regrow if winter lows are above 20°F. Germination: 65-75°F, darkness required, 14-21 days. Full sun. Transplant out or direct sow after last frost. Space 2-4 ft. apart. Ht 4-10 ft. Small packet (0.25 g) has about 150 seeds.