persian shield

Showy, tropical plant with incredible iridescent silver to purple oval to lance shaped foliage commonly used as an annual “thriller/filler” in sunny container gardens. It can be wintered over as a houseplant.

Grow in part shade areas, well-drained to evenly moist, amended soil for best foliage color. Feed with a slow release fertilizer, Osmocote® or Plant-tone®. Follow label instructions. Deadhead to keep a compact, neat habit. Mulch 2″ to suppress weeds, retain moisture and protect against extremes of soil temperature. This plant can be cut back and wintered over indoors as a houseplant.