LIGHT: Filtered sun, Full shade, Partial shade
WATER: Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy.
SIZE: Reaches 16 in tall, 28 in. wide.
| Description | Shiny green leaves with a thin white margin are held on deep plum-purple stems, which are complemented by purple flowers in late summer. Excellent in an elevated container to show off the unique dark stems. An excellent addition to shady gardens. Perennial. |
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| Bloom Time | Late summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Attracts Hummingbirds, Dramatic Foliage Color, Attracts Pollinators |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Foliage Color | Variegated |
| Care Instructions | Provide slightly acidic, evenly moist, well-drained, humusy soil. Avoid harsh sun exposures. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established, reduce frequency. Remove old, faded foliage before new leaves emerge in early spring. If prone to slugs, cut to the ground in late fall. |




