Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Partial or Dappled Shade Partial Shade to Full Shade |
Water Preferences: | Mesic |
Soil pH Preferences: | Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5) Neutral (6.6 – 7.3) |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 6a -23.3 °C (-10 °F) to -20.6 °C (-5 °F) |
Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 9b |
Plant Height: | 4 - 6 inches |
Plant Spread: | 12 - 18 inches |
Leaves: | Good fall color Evergreen Other: Bright red stems, deep green upper leaf surface with bright red reverse. |
Flowers: | Inconspicuous |
Underground structures: | Rhizome |
Suitable Locations: | Terrariums |
Uses: | Groundcover |
Resistances: | Humidity tolerant |
Propagation: Other methods: | Division |
Containers: | Suitable for hanging baskets Needs excellent drainage in pots |