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Exposurefull sun
Watermoderate
Typeannual
Distribution
Iresine herbstii Bloodleaf
Red Bloodleaf
Description
An erect, bushy annual or short-lived perennial to 1.5m tall. It bears waxy, ovate leaves to 8cm long, variously variegated mid-green, yellow, deep red or orange, often with vividly contrasting veins; these are borne on green, red or purple stems. Grow as a foliage plant in summer bedding schemes
Mature Height
1.5m
Mature Spread
0.5m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Evergreen
Growth Habit
Bushy
Growth Speed
Very Fast · 1.0 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkClayLoamSand
Soil pH
AcidAlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Moist but well-drained
Hardiness (RHS)
H3
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
Cottage and informal gardenPatio and container plantsSub-tropicalBeddingConservatory and greenhouseFlower borders and bedsGarden edgingWall side borders
Available Variants
| Container Size | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1LP078020V0010Z00010 | €4.95 |
All prices include VAT. Availability may vary by season.