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Persian Shield

Absolutely stunning foliage. This unusual plant displays carmine highlights on shimmering copper-purple to metallic blue leaves. Fabulous for combination pots or planting in large drifts.

Companion Plants

Petunia

Snapdragon

Strawflower

Plant Details

  • Common name

    Persian Shield

  • Botanical name

    Strobilanthes

  • Variety

    na

  • Zone

    Grow as an annual.

  • Light

    Part sun

  • Height

    36-48" (91-122 cm)

  • Habit

    Upright

  • Feed

    Use all-purpose

  • Water

    2-3 times per week

  • Bloom Time

    Fall

  • Maintenance

    Prune back in spring

This plant also belongs to the following BloomIQ.com collections:

  • John S.'s collection
  • Stephanie H.'s collection
  • Sylvia H.'s collection