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Persian needs a little something to lean on..

stan510

By Stan510


Persian needs a little something to lean on.. (Strobilanthes dyerianus (Persian shield))

As it fills in from last winters defoliation..



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Beautiful coloured foliage.

19 Jul, 2017

 

Its a bit unruly..Pruning would have made it more compact. Next year.

19 Jul, 2017

 

Will you prune it next year Stan ?

19 Jul, 2017

 

Not sure .Depends on the winter. If its mild..let it grow. If its a rough one,cut back..and have cuttings to root and give away- or new plants to plant out into the yards.

22 Jul, 2017

 

Yes I can understand your method Stan wise to keep a cutting just in case.

22 Jul, 2017

 

I in the beginning Penny thought this was about as hardy as a Coleus,because it looks like one. I kept it potted for years,in shade for years. Turned out to be hardy and likes a few hours of sun. I should take a few cuttings if it this week. Make sure I will always have this plant around.

24 Jul, 2017

 

Thats great its hardy Stan so pleased you will be taking cuttings .

24 Jul, 2017



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