Persian Shield

Persian Shield
Strobilanthes auriculata var. dyeriana

A native of Myanmar, Persian Shield is known for its gorgeous variegated foliage of dark green, deep pink and purple leaves with a silvery iridescent sheen, and a dark purple underside. If grown as a houseplant, blooms of lavender blue will emerge October through February. Available in pots. 

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• Availability: April through July

• Habit: Mounding

• Plant Size: Height 12 - 36", Spread 36 - 72"

• Hardiness Zone: Zone 10 - 11

• Exposure: Part Shade

• Interesting Foliage

• Variegated

• Heat Tolerant

• Deer Resistant

• Attracts Butterflies, Hummingbirds, and Pollinators

This plant is an annual and is not considered hardy in the Delaware Valley Region.