Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Partial or Dappled Shade |
Water Preferences: | Mesic |
Soil pH Preferences: | Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5) Neutral (6.6 – 7.3) |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 9b -3.9 °C (25 °F) to -1.1 °C (30 °F) |
Plant Height: | 16-20 inches |
Plant Spread: | 16-20 inches |
Leaves: | Unusual foliage color Evergreen Broadleaf Other: Silvery-green with reddish-purple veining. |
Bloom Size: | Under 1" |
Underground structures: | Rhizome |
Suitable Locations: | Houseplant |
Uses: | Suitable as Annual |
Wildlife Attractant: | Bees |
Resistances: | Humidity tolerant |
Propagation: Other methods: | Cuttings: Stem Division |
Containers: | Suitable for hanging baskets Needs excellent drainage in pots |
paleohunter | On August 6, 2023 | Transplanted |
paleohunter | On March 28, 2022 | Obtained plant |
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