Strobilanthes anisop. 'Brunetthy' - P9

Description
The Conehead 'Brunetthy' (Strobilanthes anisophyllus) is a bushy, winter-green garden plant with decorative, dark red leaves. It also bears purple-coloured flowers from March to April. In a sunny location with well-drained soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 2 metres and grows to a width of approx. 70 cm.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Perilepta anisophyllus.

Bulletpoints
* beautiful foliage * suitable for containers

leaves
High leaf ornamental value. The wintergreen leaves of the Conehead 'Brunetthy' are dark red in colour.

Frost hardiness
Frost-free overwintering at 8 to 12°C is required.

Growth
Conehead 'Brunetthy' is bushy in structure.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
Over time, the soil loses some of its important properties. The plants should therefore be transplanted into a larger pot with fresh container plant soil every two years in spring.

Flower
The lilac-coloured flowers appear from March to April.

Use
Tub, balcony/terrace