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velvet elvis house plant Buy Plectranthus saccatus Velvet Elvis Swedish IvyVelvet Elvis Swedish Ivy Spurflower 'Velvet Elvis' Botanical Name: Plectranthus saccatus 'Velvet Elvis' Family: Lamiaceae Origin: Southern Africa Plant Type: Evergreen shrub Overview A showy shade lover that thrives in Adelaide and South Australian gardens, Velvet Elvis forms soft, velvety mounds of silver green foliage that light up dim spots. From late summer into autumn, it throws tall spires of rich violet purple flowers that bees cant resist.
Velvet Elvis Swedish Ivy / Spurflower 'Velvet Elvis'
Botanical Name: Plectranthus saccatus 'Velvet Elvis'
Family: Lamiaceae
Origin: Southern Africa
Plant Type: Evergreen shrub
Overview
A showy shade-lover that thrives in Adelaide and South Australian gardens, ‘Velvet Elvis’ forms soft, velvety mounds of silver-green foliage that light up dim spots. From late summer into autumn, it throws tall spires of rich violet-purple flowers that bees can’t resist. Tough, water-wise once established and easy to shape, it’s perfect for dry shade borders, courtyards and containers.
Key Features
- Mature Size: 0.6–0.9 m H × 0.8–1.2 m W (rounded, gently spreading)
- Growth Rate: 30-60 cm per year under good conditions
- Foliage: Velvety, silver-green leaves; fresh lime tints on new growth; softly textured year-round
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Flowers: Tall spikes of violet-purple blooms late summer–autumn (Feb–May)
- Seasonal Interest: Luminous, evergreen foliage all year; late-season flower show just as many gardens fade; neat winter mound for structure
- Wildlife Value: Attracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies; Good for Pollinators
- Tolerance: Drought-Tolerant (once established), Heat-Tolerant (best with afternoon shade), Wind-Tolerant, Coastal-Tolerant (sheltered), Light frost tolerant; prefers free-draining soils (not heavy, waterlogged clay)
- Planting Density: Shrub borders: 0.6–0.8 m apart (≈ 1.2–1.6 plants/m). Mass plant: 1–2 plants/m²
- Pet Friendly: Generally regarded as non-toxic to pets
Where It Works Best
- Sunlight: Part shade to morning sun; protect from harsh afternoon summer sun
- Soil: Well-drained sandy/loam soils; improve heavier sites with compost/grit
- Water Needs: Establishment: 2 deep soaks/week for 8–12 weeks. Established: deep soak every 10–14 days in summer; monthly in winter if dry
- Maintenance: Tip-prune after flowering to keep compact and encourage fresh growth; remove spent spikes; mulch in spring; light feed in early spring
- Lifespan: 5-10+ years
- Climate Zones: Suited to temperate & Mediterranean SA, including coastal Adelaide
- Soil pH: Slightly Acid to Neutral (tolerates mildly alkaline with excellent drainage)
Landscape & Design Ideas
- Dry shade problem-solver under open canopies—pair with clivia, lomandra and native grasses
- Courtyard & container feature—violet blooms and velvety foliage pop in pots near seating areas
- Silver-accent border with westringia, rosemary and salvias for a water-wise SA palette
Why You Will Love It
‘Velvet Elvis’ brings lux, velvety foliage and a late-season burst of purple to the shadier parts of South Australian gardens. It’s forgiving, low-maintenance and pollinator-friendly, delivering designer texture and reliable colour when you need it most.
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★★★★★ 5
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Size: Body Pillow & Pillowcase, Color: White
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Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2026
★★★★★ 4
Best body pillow
Size: Body Pillow & Pillowcase, Color: White
This is what we was looking for..
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Reviewed in the United States on February 7, 2026
★★★★★ 5
New meaning to pillow princess
Size: Body Pillow & Pillowcase, Color: White, Size: Body Pillow & Pillowcase, Color: White
This pillow has been an absolute game changer for my bed. From the moment I unpacked it I knew I was in love. The unpackaging process was simple and straightforward, easy instructions that made the fluffing up steps easy, you can do the short cut or the 1–2-day option. Knowing this was going to be a nightly use I decided to do the 24 hour fluff with a bit of the quick setup. The pillow fluffed up beautifully within a short time, but I still allowed it the full day to set. She's a thick and huge! Shocked how well it covers a king size bed.
One of the standout features is how well it retains its shape. It offers the perfect level of firmness, supportive without feeling hard or stiff, you can use it as a body pillow or a head support pillow. Me and husband use this as head support nightly together with plenty of room to spare. It contours comfortably to the head, neck, and body while still maintaining structure, and even after extended use, it bounces right back with no loss of quality. That resilience really sets it apart and makes it worth is value to me.
The bamboo viscose pillowcase feels incredibly gentle and smooth against the skin, you could leave it as is or add a matching case to fit your bedding, it wasn't hard to add one. It has a cool, soft touch that enhances the overall comfort, making it ideal for all seasons use, it's never had us too hot or sweating. The breathable material adds to the “cooling” experience and makes it even more enjoyable to sleep with.
The 20x54 size is generous and works wonderfully even on a king size bed. Looks and feels large and luxurious without overwhelming the space or bed. Whether for side sleeping, added back or neck support, or simply extra comfort, it’s a needed addition to any bedroom.
Overall, this pillow delivers on comfort, durability, and quality. It maintains its shape, offers ideal firmness, feels amazing to the touch, and continues to perform like new. Highly recommend!
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Reviewed in the United States on February 27, 2026
★★★★★ 5
My Wife Keeps Trying to Steal it-Its THAT Good!
Size: Body Pillow & Pillowcase, Color: White
I ordered this for myself because for the past 15 years I have had back issues and my chiropractor told me sleeping with a body pillow would really help. I also hate being hot when I'm sleeping, so I was excited when I saw the cooling feature. I got to use this for a couple of days until I made the mistake of telling my wife to TRY it and now she won't give it back. It's so comfortable.
The pillow length is 4.5 feet, which is nice, but I wish it was a bit longer so I could put my whole leg on it. The 20-inch width makes up for the shorter length though, it's perfect. It gives plenty of support to take pressure off my back, knees, and hips. I've also been using the pillow horizontally under my legs occasionally. I love that the body pillow is adjustable meaning you can add or remove the shredded memory foam to how firm you want it. It comes with a pillowcase that is really nice too.
Once you use this body pillow, you will never be able to sleep without it!
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Reviewed in the United States on April 8, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Great pillow
I absolutely love this pillow as it is very comfortable. The pillow is not too hard but not too soft. It is very well made and gives good support.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 16, 2026