Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Partial or Dappled Shade Partial Shade to Full Shade |
Water Preferences: | Mesic |
Soil pH Preferences: | Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5) Neutral (6.6 – 7.3) |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 10b +1.7 °C (35 °F) to +4.4 °C (40 °F) |
Plant Height: | 6-8 inches |
Plant Spread: | 6-8 inches |
Leaves: | Unusual foliage color Evergreen Other: Textured leaves are coppery greenish-brown with lighter green mid vein. |
Flowers: | Showy |
Flower Color: | Red |
Bloom Size: | Under 1" |
Flower Time: | Summer |
Suitable Locations: | Houseplant Terrariums |
Uses: | Groundcover Suitable as Annual |
Resistances: | Humidity tolerant |
Propagation: Other methods: | Stolons and runners |
Containers: | Suitable for hanging baskets Needs excellent drainage in pots |