Strobilanthes dyeriana

Strobilanthes dyerianaLimited stock available The feature of Strobilanthes dyeriana is the large metallic purple leaves with dark green veins and edges. Native to Myanmar and a member of the family Acanthaceae. Prefers warm humid conditions and reaches around 1m in height. In the landscape it is used as a contrast plant amongst green foliage or mass planted as a feature. Also useful as an indoor plant. Strobilanthes dyeriana has attained the Royal Horicultural Society's

milky sap is present — gloves and glasses are recommended when handling or pruning

Foliage is a silvery white in colour

from the apple-green buds to the copper seed heads in Autumn

Perfect for container planting

Like all nemorosa Salvias

Silver felted leaves with a capricious form give rise to lavender pink flowers which protrude from purple burgundy bracts

Turning warm caramel tones in Autumn

drought tolerant once established and pest and disease free

It has low water requirements once established

'Salmia Dark Purple' is more of a pink-purple in colour on tall black stems

Best results are achieved when grown in organically enriched soils with a little extra moisture and plenty of sunshine

It also has lovely black stems and beautiful pure white flowers with a purple tinge