Barleria repens 'Rosea'

Also Known As

Red Barleria

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 1'-2'
W: 3'-6'

planting zones

9b-11

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Barleria repens 'Rosea' plant details

Barleria repens 'Rosea' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer coral and salmon flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in acidic, average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Barleria repens 'Rosea'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: acanthaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: coral and salmon blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: container plant, houseplant, long-blooming, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Barleria repens 'Rosea'

USDA Zones: 9b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular - low

Soil needs: acidic, average, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Barleria repens 'Rosea', a native of South Africa, has small rounded soft glossy green leaves with a sprawling, mounding growth habit. The coral salmon flowers are 2" tubular with a flare blooming year round (most profusely from mid-summer thru fall). Prefers sun to lt. shade. A good choice for containers on the patio or keep year round in the sunroom.