How to Grow Purple Persian Shield (Strobilanthes Dyeriana)

Growing Persian Shield The plant performs well in a container inside or outside, in full sun to partial shade. Provide even moisture and high humidity. The best way to give extra humidity to a Persian shield indoors is to place a thin layer of rocks in a saucer and balance the pot on top. Keep the saucer full of water.

Why is my Persian shield not purple?
Why is my Persian shield losing color?
Why is my Persian shield crispy?
What plants compliment Persian shield?
Can you root Persian shield in water?
Is Persian shield toxic to pets?
How often should I water my Persian shield?
Does Persian shield like sun?
Can Persian shield be grown indoors?
Can I cut back Persian shield?
When should I repot my Persian shield plant?
When should I repot my Persian shield?

Why is my Persian shield not purple?

If your plant is getting too much sunlight, it won't develop that vibrant, iridescent purple tone, and you should move it somewhere shadier. Growing your Persian shield as a houseplant? If so, you'll need a grow light or a sunny window to ensure your plant's catching enough rays.

Why is my Persian shield losing color?

There is nothing wrong with the plant losing it's purple color and is normal on older leaves that will die off. Stress may help it color up more too. ... You can do this by not fertilizing it and let it completely dry between watering.

Why is my Persian shield crispy?

Curled leaves and brown leaf-edges are the result of too little water and over-exposure to the sun. Persian Shields are best located in bright, indirect settings, and those that haven't acclimatised to the harsh rays will show signs of sun-scorch and environmental shock.

What plants compliment Persian shield?

Because of its colorful foliage, it pairs nicely with silver plants like artemisia or chartreuse plants like 'Margarita' ornamental sweet potato. The plant flowers in winter with small violet flowers. The flowers are hardly noticeable, but if you find them obtrusive you can simply pinch them off.

Can you root Persian shield in water?

Propagation of Persian shield - Strobilanthes dyerianus. Cuttings can be made in the usual manner (cuttings page) but a far easier method of propagating is by simply placing the cutting in water. Take a container such as a plastic cup. ... Push your cutting through the hole ensuring the stem reaches into the water.

Is Persian shield toxic to pets?

Q: Is Persian shield plant toxic to cats? A: It does not show up on any toxic lists that I can find, but that doesn't mean it is something that a pet should be allowed to eat. Most plants at minimum cause mild stomach distress to cats.

How often should I water my Persian shield?

Persian shield plants require constant moisture. Water them thoroughly and evenly twice a week. The top six inches of soil should be constantly moist. If you notice the soil getting dry between waterings, increase how much you water it.

Does Persian shield like sun?

Wonderfully adaptable, Persian shield grows in sun or shade. When grown in full sun, especially in hot climates, it needs regular watering to keep it from wilting. Make growing Persian shield easier by spreading a 3- to 4-inch-deep layer of mulch over the soil around the plant.

Can Persian shield be grown indoors?

Persian shield requires warm temperatures (above 60 degrees Fahrenheit) and sultry humid air. It is hardy in USDA hardiness zones 9 to 11 but is more commonly grown indoors or as a summer annual in cooler climates.

Can I cut back Persian shield?

You can trim back Persian shield hard now to control the size and make the plant bushier, or to remove any cold damage that may have occurred. Cut the plant down to the point where you want the plant to sprout and produce new growth. Pinch or trim back as needed any time during the summer growing season.

When should I repot my Persian shield plant?

Indoors, the idea is to keep the plant to a manageable size instead of letting it grow to its full capacity. To accomplish this, repot younger plants annually until they reach their maximum size then repot every other year. Root prune older plants also to keep them small enough to display inside.

When should I repot my Persian shield?

Repotting. When kept in a container, the Persian shield will need to be repotted every year when young. The best time to do this is in early spring, moving the plant to a container just one size up from its current container. Once the plant is older, you can reduce repotting to every other year.