If you’re searching for a stunning, easy-care foliage plant that brings a bold splash of colour to any New Zealand home or garden, look no further than the Persian shield plant for sale at our nursery. Prized for its striking iridescent purple, green, and silver leaves, the Persian shield (Strobilanthes dyerianus) is a real showstopper—ideal for both indoor pots and shaded outdoor spots. Whether you’re a seasoned plant enthusiast or just starting your plant collection, the Persian shield offers something truly unique with minimal fuss.

Parrotia persica 'Pendula', commonly known as the Weeping Persian Ironwood, is a tree grown for its fantastic autumn colours and weeping growth habit. The foliage emerges light green in spring, darkens during summer, then turns brilliant orange, red, and yellow tones in autumn before falling. It typically grows to 3 m tall and the same wide, and this Parrotia tree is often grown as a specimen or included in mixed plantings.

Strobilanthes gossypinus, commonly known as the Persian Shield, is an evergreen shrub grown for its lush foliage. It features grey-green leaves that are covered with fine hairs. These mid-sized, showy leaves are held densely off sturdy stems as it grows to 1 m tall and 1.5 m wide. Strobilanthes gossypinus is commonly included in a mixed planting, planted around outdoor living areas such as pools, maintained in a container, or used as a backdrop for smaller plants. Its foliage also makes it suitable for inclusion in a tropical garden, providing excellent texture.
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