Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb Shrub |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun to Partial Shade Partial or Dappled Shade Partial Shade to Full Shade |
Water Preferences: | Mesic |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 10a -1.1 °C (30 °F) to +1.7 °C (35 °F) |
Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 11 |
Plant Height: | 24 to 36 or 48 inches |
Plant Spread: | 12 to 18 inches |
Leaves: | Unusual foliage color Deciduous Other: Burgundy red to purple, prominently veined in shades of medium pink. |
Fruiting Time: | Summer Late summer or early fall |
Flowers: | Inconspicuous |
Flower Color: | White |
Bloom Size: | Under 1" |
Underground structures: | Taproot |
Suitable Locations: | Houseplant |
Uses: | Groundcover Suitable as Annual |
Resistances: | Humidity tolerant |
Propagation: Seeds: | Days to germinate: 4 to 8 weeks Depth to plant seed: Sow atop moist potting medium. |
Propagation: Other methods: | Cuttings: Stem |
Containers: | Suitable for hanging baskets Needs excellent drainage in pots |
Conservation status: | Least Concern (LC) |