Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun to Partial Shade Partial or Dappled Shade |
Water Preferences: | Mesic |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 9b -3.9 °C (25 °F) to -1.1 °C (30 °F) |
Plant Height: | 4 to 6 inches |
Plant Spread: | 12 to 24 inches |
Leaves: | Evergreen Other: Soft, downy; green with purple reverse. |
Flowers: | Inconspicuous |
Flower Color: | Lavender White |
Bloom Size: | Under 1" |
Flower Time: | Late spring or early summer Summer |
Suitable Locations: | Houseplant |
Uses: | Groundcover |
Resistances: | Humidity tolerant |
Propagation: Other methods: | Cuttings: Stem |
Containers: | Suitable for hanging baskets Needs excellent drainage in pots |
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