syn: Dogs Bane
(Plectranthus ornatus) A hardy plant with succulent, rounded, grey-green foliage that gives off a pungent smell when bruised that is thought to repel mammals such as rabbits, cats, and dogs. Ground cover like growth with an interesting bluish lavender flower. Bruise the leaves then rub the oil on things you don't want your dog/cat to touch or plant where you don't want them to dig. Semi-tolerant of dry (once established). Full sun - part shade. Ht 60-80cm.