Ahhh...the end of summer in the garden, a little sad, a little sweet. Autumn is such a nice reflective time of year. The lawn will be full of fallen leaves soon, deep golds and reds, laying on the lawn like jewels when the sun hits them just right. The perennials will recoil back into the depths of the earth to hibernate, as people do the same in some way, as the weather cools. As I looked over the little garden and the all weeding that I have to do, (and have been avoiding, lol) the one plant that was a victorious success was the "Persian Shield". Out of a small four inch pot, she grew into a majestic feast for the eyes, quadrupling in size. And she looks like she isn't going anywhere and will stick around into the early fall. Lush violet purple leaves with depths of hunter green that turn silver in different light. She is beautiful on her own but stands out even more when combined with "Creeping Jenny", (you can check out June 6ths' post for more about her) and "Dusty Millers", the contrast is stunning. As the mums come out and the leaves fall, I'm making a list on what to bring into the garden, come next spring and this beauty is on the list!
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| Persian Shield also known as 'Strobilanthes Dyerianus' |
"Persian Shield" is an annual and she requires part sun, about 4-6 hours. She doesn't grow any flowers but she does not disappoint, as her leaves are so stunning and get prettier as they grow larger. She needs a spacing of 36-48" and I see that she truly does not disappoint. Give your "Persian Shield" good amended soil and she will be a happy girl. I didn't have to do anything to this beauty except watch her grow.
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