USDA
plant hardiness zones: 6,
7, 8, 9
(Considered root hardy in zone 8).
Sunset
plant hardiness zones:
7-10, 12-14, 18-21, 25-31
Mature height:
2'-3'
Best known for its:
very bright red flowers
in large clusters
Plant family + type:
Lythraceae - mini deciduous
summer flowering shrub
Origin:
N/A
Mildew resistance:
good
Growth habit:
deciduous,
mini, low
growing, multi-stemmed
Flower color:
lavendar
to purple
Foliage:
glossy dark green
Bark: grayish-brown
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, border plantings
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