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Strobilanthes dyerianus is commonly called Persian Shield, a name intended to describe the shape and exotic coloring of the stunning foliage. Each 6–8″ long, finely toothed leaf is dark bronze-green overlaid with purplish pink and frosted silver. The effect of a mature plant, which can grow 3' tall and as wide, is that of an iridescent tapestry, against and through which the silver leaves of Plectranthus and the bright blooms of Petunia integrifolia bob and weave in perfect harmony. Strobilanthes will grow in full sun here but seems happiest where it receives some afternoon shade. Pale blue flowers are occasionally produced on short spikes in late summer but attract little notice. Perennial in Zone 10.
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The size of the plants we ship has been selected to reduce the shock of transplanting. For some, this means a large, bareroot crown. Others cannot travel bareroot or transplant best if grown in containers. We ship these perennials and annuals in 1 pint pots, except as noted. We must point out that many perennials will not bloom the first year after planting, but will the following year, amply rewarding your patience. We ship bulbs as dormant, bare bulbs, sometimes with some wood shavings or moss. Shrubs, Roses, vines, and other woody plants may be shipped bareroot or in pots. The size of the pot is noted in the quick facts for each item.
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Showy, Easy Care Annual 
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Wonderfully Showy Plant
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I grow it in the mountains of NC in the summer and in south florida in the winter. In pots or in a bed.
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Growing guide
Latin Name Pronunciation: stroh-bill-an'theez
Plant in full sun or partial shade (required in the South and West) and moist soil; plants wilt quickly and look very sad if the soil is allowed to dry out. Pinch as needed if you wish to keep plants compact. Hardy to Zone 10 (30°F).
For information on planting and care of annuals, click Annuals.
