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Deep maroon-chocolate leaves with heavily ruffled edges curl to reveal royal purple undersides. Both sides can be seen at once because of the ruffles. Small purplish flowers on slender wiry stems rise above foliage in May and June. PP8965
Height10" |
Spread17" |
Growth HabitFILLER (mounded) |
Wonderful foliage accent or groundcover for beds, borders and landscape containers.
Best if grown in slightly acidic, fertile soil with moderate moisture.
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Season of Interest
MIDSEASON (May-June), LATE (July-frost) Mid Season (May - June)
Late Season (July - frost)
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Soil Moisture Needs
Moderate soil moisture. Moderate
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Special Benefits
Cut Flower / or Foliage
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Nature Attraction
Hummingbirds
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Critter Resistance
Deer Resistant
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