Strobilanthes - Persian Shield

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Strobilanthes - Persian Shield

For zones 9-11, this plant can also be a perennial. This plant has an upright habit and can reach 3 foot in height. The leaves are a flushed purple with silver iridescence and dark purple underneath. The Strobilanthes Persian Shield, 'Strobilanthes dyerianus', is an Athens Select variety. Warmer temperatures enhance the leaf color. They are widely used in landscape beds or in mixed containers. Persian Shield performs best in partial shade, planted in well drained organic soil. Persian Shield tends to get tall and fall over, so pinch back a few times in the first half of the growing season to induce branching and bushier foliage. In summers with sweltering heat, this plant displays multi-colored foliage that is always exquisite. ... get more information

 

Fuchsia - European Uprights™ Rosa Beacon They are great plants for greenhouses, window boxes, baskets, homes, and flower beds. The flowers, which are produced during the summer and early fall, are droopy and come in many colors. Fuschia is one of the Hummingbirds favorite flowers. The Fuchsia "European Uprights™ Rosa Beacon(String of Pearls)', 'Fuchsia hybrid', is a heat tolerant hybrid. Besides patio planters and mixed container gardens, our European Uprights do extremely well in beds and borders. Fuchsias do not like to dry out. The Rosa Beacon has lovely bright pink flowers. Talk about tough, European gardeners actually grow these varieties in full sun. Keep the soil moist to the touch from spring through autumn. For zones 9-11, this plant can also be a perennial. This Proven Selections plant blooms all summer long.

Strobilanthes - Persian Shield