GrowingPersianshield requires warm temperatures and sultry humid air. It is hardy in USDA zones 8 to 11, but is more commonly grownindoors.Since it is only suitable for USDA zone 10, growingPersianshieldindoors is the best way for most gardeners to enjoy this brilliant plant. Indoors, the plant may flower in winter, but the flowers are small and do not outshine the leaves. When grown as an annual, Persianshield may not have enough time to set buds and flowers. However, you will not miss them with all the colorful foliage. You can container-growPersianshield shrubs indoors or plant them as border plants for your garden. They can be propagated from seed or from stem cuttings, with cuttings taking root significantly quicker. How to Plant, Grow, and Care for PersianShield. If you’re looking to add a pop of vibrant color to your garden or indoor space, the Persianshield plant is a fantastic choice. Known for its stunning purple and silver foliage, this plant can add a touch of exotic beauty to any environment. Do you growPersianshield? Are you cultivating it indoors or outdoors, and in containers or in the garden? Share your experiences in the comments section below. The best spot to grow a Persianshield is anywhere it gets plenty of bright light to enhance its colors. You can also grow it in a large and tall planter with other flowers or trailing plants to make a stunning arrangement. Requirements For GrowingPersianShield. GrowingPersianShieldIndoors – Complete Indoor Care Guide. Indoor Light and Positioning. Position PersianShield near an east or north-facing window (in the Southern Hemisphere) where it receives bright, indirect light. Once the Persianshield cuttings have outgrown the little pots and the risk of frost has passed, they can be planted outdoors in containers or directly in the ground. They’ll experience some shock when sent outdoors, but given time, they’ll acclimate and grow just fine. When growingPersianShieldindoors, place the container in a bright spot, but not close to a window, as the leaves may scorch when exposed to too much light. Persianshield is a striking plant grown for its shimmering purple leaves. Credit: Getty Images/iStockphoto/ErikAgar. DEAR JESSICA: Can I keep Persianshield potted in the house? — Patti Carman, Port Jefferson Station. DEAR PATTI: Yes, you can! Hardy to USDA zones nine through eleven and an evergreen in hot climates, the purple Persianshield plant is more commonly grown in the garden as an annual or indoors as a houseplant. Grow the PersianShieldindoors or outdoors. But regardless where you intend to grow the plant, make sure you plant it in pots or containers. Place the plant under full or partial sun shade. GrowingPersianshield plants requires warm temperatures and sultry humid air. It is hardy in USDA zones 8 to 11, but is more commonly grownindoors or as a summer annual in cooler climates. While it can handle full sun in cool climates where it grows as an annual, in climates similar to its natural habitat, it'll do best with part or dappled shade. If you're growingPersianshieldindoors, make sure it gets plenty of bright light.
