Persian needs a little something to lean on..
By Stan510
19 Jul, 2017
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As it fills in from last winters defoliation..
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Its a bit unruly..Pruning would have made it more compact. Next year.
19 Jul, 2017
Will you prune it next year Stan ?
19 Jul, 2017
Not sure .Depends on the winter. If its mild..let it grow. If its a rough one,cut back..and have cuttings to root and give away- or new plants to plant out into the yards.
22 Jul, 2017
Yes I can understand your method Stan wise to keep a cutting just in case.
22 Jul, 2017
I in the beginning Penny thought this was about as hardy as a Coleus,because it looks like one. I kept it potted for years,in shade for years. Turned out to be hardy and likes a few hours of sun. I should take a few cuttings if it this week. Make sure I will always have this plant around.
24 Jul, 2017
Thats great its hardy Stan so pleased you will be taking cuttings .
24 Jul, 2017
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Beautiful coloured foliage.
19 Jul, 2017