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Showy perennial displays large, deep green, strap-like leaves and intense orange flower heads on tall stems. An absolutely gorgeous accent, border plant or container specimen. Evergreen. Prefers dry partial to full shade. Moderate-growing to 1½ to 2½ feet tall and wide. Seed grown.

Performance and Requirements

Light needs: Partial to full shade

Watering Needs: Needs regular watering - weekly, or more often in extreme heat.

Growth Rate: Moderate Growing

Growth Habit: Clumping

Design Information

Companion Plants

RASPBERRY ICE BOUGAINVILLEA
Bougainvillea 'Raspberry Ice'

MOTHER FERN
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NORMANDY RHODODENDRON
Rhododendron x 'Normandy' (H-1)

HOLLY FERN
Cyrtomium falcatum 'Rochfordianum'

SHRUBBY YEW PODOCARPUS
Podocarpus macrophyllus maki

COLORADO BLUE SPRUCE
Picea pungens 'Glauca'

YEW PODOCARPUS
Podocarpus macrophyllus

POCAHONTAS CANADIAN LILAC
Syringa x hyacinthiflora 'Pocahontas'

FURMAN'S RED AUTUMN SAGE
Salvia greggii 'Furman's Red'

MANDARIN LIGHTS AZALEA
Azalea x 'Mandarin Lights' (Northern Lights Hybrid)

OREGON GREEN AUSTRIAN PINE
Pinus nigra 'Oregon Green'

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Design Styles: Brings color to a shady section of the garden and brightens up dark spots with its bright orange blooms. Plant as a low border with taller plants for shade or as a cluster for an entire section.

Care Information

Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Watering can be reduced after establishment. Great plant for dry shade. Divide clumps every 2 to 3 years after flowering in spring.

Background Information

Botanical Pronunciation: KLI-vi-a min-i-A-ta

Catalog Description: Showy perennial displays large, deep green, strap-like leaves and intense orange flower heads on tall stems. An absolutely gorgeous accent, border plant or container specimen. Evergreen. Prefers dry partial to full shade. Moderate-growing to 1½ to 2½ feet tall and wide. Seed grown.