{"product_id":"goldfussia-strobilanthes-anisophyllus","title":"Goldfussia - Strobilanthes anisophyllus","description":"\u003cp\u003eGoldfussia (\u003cem\u003eStrobilanthes anisophyllus\u003c\/em\u003e) is a bushy shrub about 1m high and 1.5m wide, grown for striking dark purple to bronze-green foliage and small tubular mauve flowers in winter and spring. It is the plant for warm, sheltered, humid gardens, where it makes a rich contrast hedge, a massed planting or a big pot of colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeep purple foliage.\u003c\/strong\u003e The dark purple to bronze-green leaves give a strong, moody backdrop that makes lighter plants stand out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers in winter and spring.\u003c\/strong\u003e Small pink-lilac tubular flowers appear when many gardens are quiet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlexible with light.\u003c\/strong\u003e Leaf colour is brightest in full sun, but it grows happily in shade, which opens up a lot of garden positions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHedge, mass planting or pot.\u003c\/strong\u003e It suits informal hedges, massed planting and containers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact with a trim.\u003c\/strong\u003e Pruning after flowering promotes compact growth, so you can keep it dense.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInformal hedges.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 1m apart in a single row. The plants grow to about 1m high and 1.5m wide, and at that spacing they knit into a loose, colourful hedge. Expect a soft shape rather than a clipped formal one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMass planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 1m apart in drifts under trees or along a boundary. The purple foliage covers a lot of ground and ties other plants together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContainers.\u003c\/strong\u003e A large pot on a sheltered patio makes a bold foliage feature, and moving it under cover protects it from cold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Goldfussia in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e A sunny, sheltered position is ideal in the warmer parts of Australia, and full sun gives the richest purple. It is best suited to a warm and humid climate such as the tropics and subtropics. It is frost tender, so in cooler regions grow it in a pot or in a protected position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant in free-draining soil rich in organic matter that is not over wet. Mixing compost or humus into the planting hole, or using a rich potting mix in pots, helps it settle in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mulch and water well, especially through dry spells. Fertilise after flowering to promote compact growth and fresh foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune after flowering to promote compact growth. Cut back lightly to shape the plant and keep it dense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Goldfussia as tube stock, a young plant in an 80mm deep tube that establishes quickly, in 140mm pots in packs of 10 and in 200mm pots in packs of 6. Tubes are the economical choice for a longer hedge, and the potted packs give a fuller plant for faster cover. Plant it into a warm, sheltered spot and water in well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAvailability of the tube depends on our grower, and it is not always in stock. When the page shows it as sold out, use the notify button and we will email you the day it is back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tropical-plants\"\u003eBrowse our tropical plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-subtropical-climates\"\u003ePlants for subtropical climates\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mass-planting-plants\"\u003eMore plants for mass planting\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/blog\/designing-a-tropical-garden-that-looks-lush-year-round\"\u003eDesigning a lush tropical garden\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it need full sun for the purple colour?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFull sun gives the richest purple. In shade it still grows happily, but the leaf colour is duller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it in a cool climate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is best in warm, humid places and is frost tender. In cooler regions grow it in a pot, keep it sheltered and bring it under cover in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow wide does it get?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbout 1.5m, wider than it is tall at 1m. Allow room for that spread, or prune after flowering to keep it compact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67790886175039,"sku":"STR-ANI-tube","price":11.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10)","offer_id":67790886207807,"sku":"STR-ANI-140MM-P10","price":200.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200mm (Pack of 6)","offer_id":67790886240575,"sku":"STR-ANI-200MM-P6","price":239.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/goldfussia-strobilanthes-anisophyllus.jpg?v=1792211666","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/goldfussia-strobilanthes-anisophyllus","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}