The upright, rounded habit boosts Striking purple winter foliage and dark green summer foliage accentuate the ruffled blooms. It is both sun and drought tolerant, a relatively easy shrub to maintain, growing naturally beautiful without the need for pruning or special care.
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Foliage Color:
Dark green
Flower Color:
Pink
Bloom Period:
Spring thru fall
Water Requirements:
Moderate, Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat.
Care Instructions
Thrives in humus-rich, acidic, moist, well-drained soils. Shelter from harsh sun exposures in hot summer areas. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; once established, maintain evenly moist soil. Keep roots cool with a layer of mulch. Feed with an acid fertilizer after bloom. Pruning time: spring after flowering.