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PEROVSKIA abrotanoides

PEROVSKIA abrotanoides

Extraordinary perennial and deciduous shrub which comes from South Africa. It can grow maximum till 1,50 cm with a quite quick growth rate. It shows numerous ramifications even from the base and white-greyish stems which are lignified below and quadrangular above. Leaves are silvery-grey, lobed and hardly serrated, deeply aromatic. From late summer to the early autumn, it produces some inflorescences at the apex of the youngest branches. They consist of tubular blue flowers: these ears can be even 30 cm long.

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Packaging designed for the plant
Sustainable production
Botanical profile

The plant's green profile

Flower colour
Purple
Foliage
Deciduous
Exposure
Full Sun, Full Sun to Partial Shade
Cold hardiness
High
Drought tolerance
High
Salt tolerance
Yes
Fragrant flowers
No
Fragrant foliage
Yes
Origin
Asia
Family
Lamiaceae
Maximum height
120
Soil
Medium, well-drained
Foliage colour
Grey-green
Hardiness zone
6
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Our care tips

The secrets of a happy plant

Very common and vigorous ornamental species, it needs a sunny or semi-shady position; it is suitable for any type of soil even if it prefers calcareous, fertile, deep and well-drained ones. Once consolidated and well developed, this plant tolerates drought, although some summer irrigations can improve its general appearance and favor its rich fruiting. It is very resistant to cold and frost even if they are intense and prolonged. It resists cold and frost even if they are intense and prolonged. It does not need a real pruning if grown in free form; if, on the other hand, you want the plant to have a particular shape or size, you can cut the dry, damaged and disordered branches and reduce the very thick ones: all this in spring following the vegetative restart. It can also be grown in pots or containers where it is advisable to limit its size; in the open ground it can be used to make medium or large hedges, it can be used alone to create a large spot of color in the garden or for greening and consolidation projects of road slopes.

Production

A growing cycle that values every detail

At Vivai Capitanio, every plant comes from a careful, sustainable growing process, built on more than 35 years of experience and innovation.

01.

Propagation and rooting

It all begins with the selection of the best cuttings and seeds, grown in controlled conditions to encourage strong rooting. Here the young plants receive the first care they need to grow healthy and vigorous.

02.

Growing in dedicated settings

Depending on the species, plants are grown in greenhouses, under shade netting or in open fields, across a production system covering more than 70 hectares. This ensures the right conditions for every kind of plant.

03.

Care and selection for the highest quality

Every plant is monitored constantly to ensure it develops at its best, with efficient irrigation, targeted feeding and protection against disease and environmental stress.

04. Ready for your green space

Before sale, every plant is carefully selected to guarantee the highest quality. Thanks to efficient logistics and safe transport, plants reach their destination in perfect condition, ready to enrich gardens, terraces and green spaces.

Production sites

Excellence in production, rooted in the land

Today, with nine production sites between the sea and the slopes of the Murgia, we grow a wide assortment of plants with passion.

Conghia 1

A site sheltered from the wind, ideal for the more delicate species and for the early stages of growth.

11 hectares Grown in 16 cm and 24 cm pots
Casale

On slightly higher ground, home to the more mature plants, ready for immediate effect.

11 hectares Grown in 24 cm and 40 cm pots
Conghia 2

A wide area above the gully, specialising in ornamental grasses.

4 hectares Grown in 24 cm pots
Gradone

Here the plants spend the longest phase of their growth before going to market.

6 hectares Grown in 15 cm and 16 cm pots
Lama

A natural karst hollow, the perfect habitat for climbers and succulents.

3 hectares Grown in 24 cm pots
Conghia Greenhouses

The heart of the nursery: this is where the cuttings are raised and first potted on.

7 hectares Grown in plug trays and 7x7 cm pots
Taveri

A recently acquired site with advanced greenhouses for plants with particular requirements.

10 hectares Grown in 16 cm pots
Macchia di monte

A system of greenhouses and shade houses for species from warm climates or with low light requirements.

3 hectares Grown in 15, 16, 24 and 40 cm pots
Showroom

A site sheltered from the wind, ideal for the more delicate species and for the early stages of growth.

1,000 sq m
Bitonto

A Xylella-free site, created to offer customers production free of any restriction

3 hectares

Our services

Tailored services for your green spaces

At Vivai Capitanio we offer a complete range of services designed to meet the needs of garden centres, landscapers and green-space professionals.

Assembly and packaging
Assembly and packaging

We assemble each trolley with precision, so you get fresh plants without having to order large quantities.

Detailed labelling
Detailed labelling

We provide photographic labels with botanical information and planting suggestions, to show every plant at its best.

A dedicated showroom
A dedicated showroom

A display area where we present the best of our production, reserved for trade professionals.

A dedicated showroom
A dedicated showroom

A display area where we present the best of our production, reserved for trade professionals.

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Growing the right solutions together

Partner with a trusted name in the nursery industry. Our team is ready to understand your requirements and provide tailored solutions. Contact us for expert advice and personalised support from our specialists.

Experience and reliability

Sustainable production

Efficient logistics

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Frequently asked questions

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How do plant labelling and the Plant Passport work?

Our photographic labels provide the essential information, while the free Plant Passport certifies quality for uniform batches, and can be extended to individual plants on request.

Our photographic labels provide the essential information, while the free Plant Passport certifies quality for uniform batches, and can be extended to individual plants on request.

Our photographic labels provide the essential information, while the free Plant Passport certifies quality for uniform batches, and can be extended to individual plants on request.

Our photographic labels provide the essential information, while the free Plant Passport certifies quality for uniform batches, and can be extended to individual plants on request.

Our photographic labels provide the essential information, while the free Plant Passport certifies quality for uniform batches, and can be extended to individual plants on request.

Our photographic labels provide the essential information, while the free Plant Passport certifies quality for uniform batches, and can be extended to individual plants on request.

Our photographic labels provide the essential information, while the free Plant Passport certifies quality for uniform batches, and can be extended to individual plants on request.

Our photographic labels provide the essential information, while the free Plant Passport certifies quality for uniform batches, and can be extended to individual plants on request.