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Strobilanthes sabiniana

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 36"-48"
  • W: 36"-48"

planting zones

  • 9a-11

Strobilanthes sabiniana plant details

Strobilanthes sabiniana is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with purple foliage. In summer blue flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - shade and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Strobilanthes sabiniana

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: acanthaceae
Foliage: evergreen purple
Mature size: 36 IN - 48 IN - wide, 36 IN - 48 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, distinctive veining

GROWING CONDITIONS for Strobilanthes sabiniana

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

From the childhood garden of plantsman and friend Derick Pitman. For part shade or dappled shade with summer water. Nice dark foliage with purplish veins and purple undersides, the foliage enhanced in summer by blue flowers. Frost hardy into the low 20s °F, USDA zone 9, so a protected spot or container.

Gardening facts about Strobilanthes sabiniana plant

How to Grow Strobilanthes sabiniana

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • purple
  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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