Iresine herbstii (Red)
Iresine herbstii (Red)
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Iresine herbstii (Red) is a bold and striking foliage plant prized for its vibrant deep red to burgundy leaves that create strong visual contrast in garden beds, borders, and container plantings. Its dense, bushy growth habit delivers a lush and full appearance, making it ideal for adding colour depth and texture to tropical, modern, or mixed landscape designs. While primarily grown for its ornamental foliage, it provides consistent colour impact throughout the year in warm conditions.
Highly versatile and easy to maintain, Iresine herbstii (Red) thrives in warm climates with full sun to part shade, where its foliage develops its richest colouring. It performs exceptionally well in pots, feature plantings, and mass landscape displays, offering reliable colour with minimal upkeep. Customers choose this variety for its strong ornamental appeal, fast-growing habit, and ability to provide long-lasting red foliage contrast in both indoor and outdoor settings.

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Mature height
40–60cm
Mature width
40–60cm
Spacing
40–50cm apart
Evergreen/Deciduous
Evergreen in warm climates; may behave as annual in cooler regions
Foliage
Deep red to burgundy glossy leaves with dense, bushy growth habit
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Small, insignificant flowers in warm months; grown primarily for foliage
Sun tolerance
Full sun to part shade; best colour in bright filtered light or partial shade in hot climates
Maintenance
Low maintenance; regular watering, light pruning to maintain shape, frost protection required
Root System
Fibrous, moderately shallow, non-invasive and suitable for pots and garden beds