A garden annual grown for its colorful foliage. Habit can range from small mound shaped plants to tall hedge-like plants. Foliage is glossy and colors range from yellow to red to burgundy. Good for containers or as a border edging plant.
Taller Types
'Purple Knight'
'Gail's choice'
'Wave Hill'
Compact Types
'Red Threadleaf'
'Little Ruby'
'Party Time'
'Red Runner'
Environmental Damage
Additional pests and problems that may affect this plant:
None serious
Grown best in soils that are not overly fertile. Occasional pinching or shearing can keep plants in bounds and almost hedge-like. Useful for 'carpet bedding'