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Bloodleaf

Iresine Herbstii

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Overview

Bloodleaf (Iresine herbstii) is a vivid perennial, cherished for its striking red to purple foliage. Thriving in USDA zones 10-11, it flourishes in full sun to partial shade, reaching a compact height of 12-18 inches, with a similar spread. Perfect for adding a splash of color to borders or containers, it requires well-drained soil and regular watering. Bloodleaf performs best with consistent moisture and can be used as a striking accent plant.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 10–11
Bloodleaf (Iresine Herbstii) — it requires well-drained soil and regular watering

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
USDA zones
10–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Amaranthaceae

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Bloodleaf (Iresine Herbstii) — the Bloodleaf stands about 12 to 18 inches tall and can spread 12 to 24 inches wide; shrubby form can provide a dramatic display
Bloodleaf (Iresine Herbstii) — making it an ideal selection for mid-ground textural contrast in garden compositions; thriving in USDA zones 10-11
Bloodleaf (Iresine Herbstii) — which may result in a more muted leaf color; or it may be cultivated as an annual in cooler regions
Bloodleaf (Iresine Herbstii) — it flourishes in full sun to partial shade; which may result in a more muted leaf color, image 57
Bloodleaf (Iresine Herbstii) — Thriving in USDA zones 10-11; the Bloodleaf is celebrated for its arresting foliage, image 56
Bloodleaf (Iresine Herbstii) — perennial for full or half; regular watering to keep the soil evenly moist - without being waterlogged - is crucial
Bloodleaf (Iresine Herbstii) — reaching a compact height of 12-18 inches; feed it every two weeks with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer during, image 58
Bloodleaf (Iresine Herbstii) — Feed it every two weeks with a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer during the growing season for robust growth; a vibrant and
Bloodleaf (Iresine Herbstii) — drawing eyes with its bold color and luxuriant presence; and partial to full sunlight to maintain the vivid coloration - though
Bloodleaf (Iresine Herbstii) — Bloodleaf (Iresine herbstii) is a vivid perennial, cherished for its striking red to purple foliage; reaching a, image 55
Bloodleaf (Iresine Herbstii) — it requires well-drained soil and regular watering; which showcases an intense palette of deep reds to burgundy, image 60
Bloodleaf (Iresine Herbstii) — a vibrant and lush herbaceous perennial sure to enrich the aesthetic vibrancy of any garden; depending on light, image 64
Bloodleaf (Iresine Herbstii) — Perfect for adding a splash of color to borders or containers, image 59
Bloodleaf (Iresine Herbstii) — Bloodleaf performs best with consistent moisture and can be used as a striking accent plant; the Bloodleaf stands, image 61
Bloodleaf (Iresine Herbstii) — Introducing the striking Iresine herbstii; drawing eyes with its bold color and luxuriant presence, image 62
Bloodleaf (Iresine Herbstii) — commonly known as Bloodleaf; it requires well-drained soil and regular watering, image 63
Bloodleaf (Iresine Herbstii) — The optimal growing conditions encompass consistently moist; bloodleaf (Iresine herbstii) is a vivid perennial, image 70
Bloodleaf (Iresine Herbstii) — or it may be cultivated as an annual in cooler regions; given its tropical nature, image 69
Bloodleaf (Iresine Herbstii) — <br><br>Iresine herbstii thrives in USDA hardiness zones 10-11, image 68
Bloodleaf (Iresine Herbstii) — depending on light exposure; bloodleaf performs best with consistent moisture and can be used as a striking accent, image 67
Bloodleaf (Iresine Herbstii) — the Bloodleaf is celebrated for its arresting foliage; making it an ideal selection for mid-ground textural contrast, image 65
Bloodleaf (Iresine Herbstii) — which showcases an intense palette of deep reds to burgundy; perennial for full or half, image 66
Bloodleaf (Iresine Herbstii) — and partial to full sunlight to maintain the vivid coloration - though it can tolerate moderate shade; introducing, image 71
Bloodleaf (Iresine Herbstii) — to juxtapose hues and textures.<br><br>For prolonged vibrancy, image 77

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