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Today's bloom is Persian Shield (Strobilanthes dyerianus)

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Bloom of the Day for February 10th, 2009:

Persian Shield
(Strobilanthes dyerianus)

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Information:
Type of plant: Tropicals and Tender Perennials

Bloom color: Purple

Bloom time of year: Late Spring/Early Summer

Sun requirements: Partial to Full Shade

Cold hardiness: Zone 9a to Zone 11

Height: 24-36 in. (60-90 cm)

Spacing: 36-48 in. (90-120 cm)

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angele wrote:
Absolutely perfect Shirley. So very pretty. Congratulations on Bloom of the day ☺

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