USDA
plant hardiness zones: 7,
8, 9
(Considered root hardy in zone 6).
Sunset plant hardiness
zones: 7-10,
12-14, 18-21, 25-31
Mature height:
3'-5'
Best known for its:
Dark red color, free bloomer,
exceptionally hardy and very dwarfish. Dark rich
leathery foliage.
Plant family + type:
Lythraceae - small deciduous
summer flowering shrub
Origin:
Orig. unknown.
Mildew resistance:
low to moderate
Growth habit:
dwarf, multiple-stemmed shrub
Flower color:
deep red
Foliage:
medium/dark green
Bark: grayish
Autumn foliage color:
N/A
Blooming period:
summer, autumn
Preferences:
full sun, well-drained soils,
good air circulation, soil pH: 5.0-6.5
Excellent choice
for: specimen,
flowering accent shrub, gardens
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