Persian Shield -- Select Seeds

Persian Shield

Strobilanthes dyerianus

A native of Burma, this was introduced into Kew Gardens in 1836. Persian shield thrives in hot, humid weather. The large, lance-shaped leaves are dark green overlaid completely with violet purple and iridescent silver. A striking foliage accent, it combines well with quicksilver and pink verbenas or petunias.

Category: Plants Annual

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	A native of Burma, this was introduced into Kew Gardens in 1836. Persian shield thrives in hot, humid weather. The large, lance-shaped leaves are dark green overlaid completely with violet purple and iridescent silver. A striking foliage accent, it combines well with quicksilver and pink verbenas or petunias.
Category: Plants	Annual