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Barleria repens

Also Known As

  • Red Philippine Violet

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 1'-2'
  • W: 3'-6'

planting zones

  • 8a-11

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Barleria repens plant details

Barleria repens is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer red 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, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Barleria repens

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: acanthaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in fall, spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Barleria repens

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Soil needs: acidic, average, clay, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Red bloom, spring-fall

Gardening facts about Barleria repens plant

How to Grow Barleria repens

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • acidic
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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