CULTURAL CONDITIONS

Plant Min Zone: 5a

Plant Max Zone: 9a

Sunlight: All Day Full Sun, Full Sun, Part Sun, Shade

Water / Rainfall: Very Low, Low, Average

Soil Quality: Poor, Average

FLOWERS AND FOLIAGE

Bloom Season: Late Summer

Flower Color: Red, Magenta

Berry / Fruit Color: None

Spring Foliage Color: Reddish Purple

Summer Foliage Color: Reddish Green

Fall Foliage Color: Reddish Purple

Evergreen Foliage: Yes

Winter Interest: Yes

Scented Flowers: No

PLANT TOLERANCES

Drought Tolerance: Medium, High

Wet-Feet Tolerance: Low

Humidity Tolerance: Low, Medium

Wind Tolerance: High

Poor Soil Tolerance: Rocky Soils, Sandy Soils, Shallow Soils, Alkaline Soils (high PH)

GROWTH AND MAINTENANCE

Height: 0.25' - 0.5'

Width: 0.5' - 1'

Growth Rate: Slow

Service Life: Medium: 3-5 years

Maintenance Need: Low

Spreading Potential: Low

Yearly Trimming Tips: Trim Evergreen Perennial Only if Winter-Kill Occurs.

PLANT USES AND LIMITATIONS

Plant Grouping Size: Medium Grouping of 5-10, Mass Planting of 10 or more

Best Side of House: South Exposure, East Exposure

Extreme Planting Locations: Thin Roof Garden Locations, Survives Under Roof Overhang, Survives Severe Drought, Tolerates Extreme Heat, Top of Retaining Wall Locations, Resistant to Rabbits

Ornamental Features: Multiple Seasons of Interest, Long Lasting Fall Color, Long Blooming Season, Fine Texture, Exceptional / Colorful Foliage

Special Landscape Uses: Groundcover

Possible Pest Problems: Root Rot Disease, Weed Competition

Plant Limitations: Needs Excellent Drainage