Scarlet keckiella (Keckiella ternata)

Scarlet keckiella

Also known as: Blue-stemmed keckiella

Keckiella ternata is a shrub often exceeding two meters in height and spreading slightly with wand-like, waxy branches. The branches bear whorls of three leaves each, or oppositely arranged pairs of leaves.

Scientific classification

Species

Scarlet keckiella (Keckiella ternata)

Mints plantains olives and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

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Care Guide for Scarlet keckiella

Every 2 weeks

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

15 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Pruning: Scarlet keckiella boasts vibrant red flowers and a shrub-like form. Early spring pruning fosters healthy growth and flowering by removing dead wood and enhancing airflow. Regular, moderate trimming increases plant vigor and pest resistance, resulting in a more attractive garden specimen.

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