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Strobilanthes ‘Persian Shield’

Strobilanthes ‘Persian Shield’ is a tropical perennial known for its iridescentcomma-sign metallic-colored foliage. The plant is famous for its vibrant purple leaves with green and silver highlightscomma-sign creating an eye-catching display in gardens and containers. While it’s generally grown as an annual in cooler climatescomma-sign it thrives as a perennial in warmer regionscomma-sign making it perfect for indoor plantscomma-sign garden bedscomma-sign and containers.

Specs

Metallic Foliage with a Tropical Twist
Strobilanthes ‘Persian Shield’ dazzles with iridescent purple leaves streaked with green and silver. Its upright form and bold texture make it a standout in containers, borders, or mixed tropical beds.

Product Highlights
Category: Foliage
Bloom Time: Summer to fall (occasional)
Growth Habit: Upright and bushy
Mature Size: 3 to 4 feet tall
Hardiness: USDA Zones 9 to 11
Ideal Temperature Range: 65 to 85°F
Foliage Color: Purple with silver and green accents
Light Needs: Partial shade (full sun in cooler zones)
Water Requirements: Moderate
Bloom Size: About 1 inch (if blooms appear)
Pet Safe? Yes – non-toxic to pets

Best Uses
Ideal for foliage contrast in containers, borders, and tropical-themed gardens

Pro tip: Use as a lush backdrop for flowering annuals or pair with coleus for layered texture.

Key Features:

Bloom Time: Spring to Fall
Growth Habit: Upright & Bushy
Mature Height: MEDIUM (2 to 6 feet)
USDA Zone: Temperate (Zones 7 to 9)
Temperature: Warm Climate
Color: Purple
Light Requirement: Partial Sun/Shade
Water Need: Moderate
Bloom Size: Small
Pet Friendly: Yes