Outstanding ornamental, imposing bronze foliage. Spires of rose to red flowers.

Sow in trays, pots, etc of good seed compost in a propagator or warm place to maintain an optimum temperature of 55-60F (13-15C). Sowing Depth: Surface sow on a peat/sand mix seed compost and do not exclude light. Sowing Time: February-July. Seed germinates usually within 30 days. Keep seed compost moist, but not saturated. Lower the temperature after germination.

Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into 7.5cm (3in) pots. Grow on in a cold frame and plant out the following spring 90cm (3ft) apart, in moist, loamy soil and part shade.