Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Partial or Dappled Shade |
Water Preferences: | Mesic |
Soil pH Preferences: | Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5) Neutral (6.6 – 7.3) |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 10a -1.1 °C (30 °F) to +1.7 °C (35 °F) |
Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 11 |
Plant Height: | 12 to 18 inches |
Plant Spread: | 8 to 12 inches |
Flowers: | Showy |
Flower Color: | Orange Pink Red Yellow |
Bloom Size: | Under 1" |
Flower Time: | Late winter or early spring Late fall or early winter Winter Year Round |
Suitable Locations: | Houseplant |
Wildlife Attractant: | Bees |
Resistances: | Humidity tolerant |
Propagation: Other methods: | Cuttings: Stem Cuttings: Leaf Division |
Containers: | Needs excellent drainage in pots |
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