{"product_id":"copy-of-argeratum","title":"Persian Shield (Strobilanthes Dyerianus) - in Store Pickup","description":"\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: inherit; color: #212529; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 0.85em; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 1.8em; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px; padding: 0px; margin: 0px 1% 15px 0px;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe bright leaves of the Persian shield plant (\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eStrobilanthes dyerianus\u003c\/em\u003e) are almost better than a flowering specimen since they provide stunning color year around. Growing Persian shield plants requires warm temperatures and sultry humid air. It is hardy in\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.gardeningknowhow.com\/planting-zones\/usda-planting-zone-map.htm\" rel=\"external\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.gardeningknowhow.com\/planting-zones\/usda-planting-zone-map.htm\"\u003eUSDA zones\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003csup data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e[2]\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e8 to 11, but is more commonly grown indoors or as a summer annual in cooler climates. Use Persian shield indoors to brighten up the home and create tropical ambiance with ease of care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePersian Shield Plant\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePersian shield is a phenomenal foliar specimen. It produces 4- to 7-inch (10 to 18 cm.) long, slender leaves tipped with a point. They are slightly serrated and have deep green veins with purple to silver on the entire surface of the leaf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe plant has a bushy habit and may get up to 4 feet (1 m.) tall in habitat. Because it is only suitable for USDA zone 10, growing Persian shield indoors is the best way for most gardeners to enjoy this brilliant plant. You can put the plant outside in summer, but make sure you bring it back inside before cold weather threatens and you may be rewarded with slender spiky flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGrowing Persian Shield\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe plant performs well in a container inside or outside, in full sun to partial shade. Provide even moisture and high humidity. The best way to\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.gardeningknowhow.com\/houseplants\/hpgen\/raise-humidity-for-houseplants.htm\" rel=\"external\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.gardeningknowhow.com\/houseplants\/hpgen\/raise-humidity-for-houseplants.htm\"\u003egive extra humidity\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003csup data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e[3]\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto a Persian shield indoors is to place a thin layer of rocks in a saucer and balance the pot on top. Keep the saucer full of water. This keeps the roots out of the water but the evaporation of the water provides higher humidity to the air.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYou can grow Persian shield outdoors in warm climates and plant them in the ground as part of a border display. In cool zones, however, treat the plant as an annual or bring it inside at the end of summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePersian Shield Propagation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYou can share this lovely plant easily with friends and family. Persian shield propagation is done through seed or cuttings. Take 2- to 3-inch (5 to 7.5 cm.) sections from the tips of the plant, cutting just below a growth node.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eStrip the bottom leaves off and insert the cutting into a\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.gardeningknowhow.com\/garden-how-to\/soil-fertilizers\/soilless-growing-mediums.htm\" rel=\"external\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.gardeningknowhow.com\/garden-how-to\/soil-fertilizers\/soilless-growing-mediums.htm\"\u003enon-soil medium\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003csup data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e[4]\u003c\/sup\u003e such as\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.gardeningknowhow.com\/garden-how-to\/soil-fertilizers\/peat-moss-information.htm\" rel=\"external\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.gardeningknowhow.com\/garden-how-to\/soil-fertilizers\/peat-moss-information.htm\"\u003epeat\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003csup data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e[5]\u003c\/sup\u003e. Mist the medium and place a bag over the cutting. Remove the bag for one hour daily to keep the cutting from molding. In a couple of weeks, the cutting will produce roots and you can replant it in potting mixture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePersian Shield Care Instructions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePersian shield is an easy-to-care for plant.\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.gardeningknowhow.com\/garden-how-to\/info\/pinching-plant.htm\" rel=\"external\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.gardeningknowhow.com\/garden-how-to\/info\/pinching-plant.htm\"\u003ePinch the stems back\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003csup data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e[6]\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eto force bushiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWater the plant when the top couple of inches (5 cm.) of soil are dry and keep a bit drier in winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFertilization is one of the most important Persian shield care instructions, especially for potted plants. Feed every two weeks with a half dilution of liquid plant food. Suspend feeding in fall and winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWatch for\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.gardeningknowhow.com\/plant-problems\/pests\/insects\/common-mites-affecting-plants.htm\" rel=\"external\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.gardeningknowhow.com\/plant-problems\/pests\/insects\/common-mites-affecting-plants.htm\"\u003emites\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003csup data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e[7]\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.gardeningknowhow.com\/plant-problems\/pests\/insects\/fungus-gnats.htm\" rel=\"external\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.gardeningknowhow.com\/plant-problems\/pests\/insects\/fungus-gnats.htm\"\u003esoil gnats\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003csup data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e[8]\u003c\/sup\u003e. You can combat these with\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.gardeningknowhow.com\/plant-problems\/pests\/pesticides\/homemade-soap-spray.htm\" rel=\"external\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.gardeningknowhow.com\/plant-problems\/pests\/pesticides\/homemade-soap-spray.htm\"\u003ehorticultural soap\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003csup data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e[9]\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand by changing the soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"display: inline !important; float: none; background-color: #ffffff; color: #212529; font-family: 'source-sans-pro',sans-serif; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: inherit; color: #212529; display: block; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: 0.85em; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; line-height: 1.8em; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px; padding: 0px; margin: 0px 1% 15px 0px;\" class=\"displayNoneMobile\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Harts","offers":[{"title":"4 \" \/ Dark Purple","offer_id":39655129448627,"sku":"","price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0389\/2779\/4221\/products\/persianshield.jpg?v=1618935901","url":"https:\/\/thegardenerschoice.net\/products\/copy-of-argeratum","provider":"The Gardeners' Choice","version":"1.0","type":"link"}