Plant Type:
Herbaceous perennial
Iresine herbstii ‘Brilliantissima’ will growth larger year-on-year if protected from cold weather.
Cold Hardiness:
Tender
This beautiful foliage plant is tender and will need protection from cold winter weather. We love treating Iresine herbstii ‘Brilliantissima’ as tropical style summer bedding plants.
Eventual Height:
60cm
Throughout the growing season Iresine herbstii ‘Brilliantissima’ will branch out and reach a height of 60cm.
Light requirements:
Full sun – Partial Shade
This versatile colourful plant can be used in both shaded and sunny spots in your garden. Plant Iresine herbstii ‘Brilliantissima’ beneath the larger shrubs in your garden through the warm summer months.
Water Requirements:
Moderate
Caring for this plant:
Spring & Summer: Plant out after risk of frosts. Feed with an organic liquid fertiliser to promote healthy growth. Pinch out the growing tips on young plants to encourage bushier growth.
Autumn & Winter: Lift and protect before the first frosts.
