Persian Shield

  Exposure: Sun/ Part sun Color: Purple Category : Annual Sizes available: 4", 1G, 3G   DESCRIPTION: Persian shield (Strobilanthes dyerianus) is a stunning ornamental plant that originates in the warm and humid nation of Myanmar, where it grows as an evergreen perennial. Grows 3-4’ tall in frost-free climates as bedding plants that are replaced in the garden each spring or in pots/containers which are overwintered indoors or as houseplants. Pinch stems as needed to avoid legginess and stimulate bushiness. Best grown in organically rich, medium moisture, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Likes consistently moist soils. Best foliage color in part shade. Full sun is probably best only in cool summer climates. Consider taking cuttings from overwintered plants for spring planting and/or taking cuttings in late summer for overwintering. Features ovate-lanceolate dark green leaves (to 8” long) that are flushed with silvery-purple iridescence above and dark p