Annual – Triostar Stromanthe

Triostar Stromanthe 

Botanical name: stromanthe sanguinea ‘triostar’ 

Beginner friendly?: no 

Average size at maturity: can reach up to 5 ft in height with a 3 ft spread 

Hardy zone: zones 9-11 

Foliage color: green, pink/red, white/cream 

Flower color: white, pink

Bloom time: summer 

Growth rate: takes 1-3 years to reach fully mature size if grown in tropical or indoor environments

Pruning instructions: deadhead and prune to maintain desired shape and size year-round as needed

Propagation methods: propagate by division in the spring and fall months 

Landscape use: shade garden, borders, tropical landscape designs, container plant, patio plants, hanging baskets

Special features: disease resistant, shade tolerant, heat tolerant, pet-safe

Light needs: less than 2 hours of sun per day 

Watering instructions: allow the top 2-4 inches of soil to dry between watering sessions 

Fertilizing instructions : optional slow-release fertilizer application at the time of planting, and again once a month throughout the spring and summer months 

Best time to plant: spring 

Best type of soil: sand, loam 

Companion plants: bird of paradise, bromeliad, croton, calathea

Toxicity level: non-toxic for humans and pets

 Invasive species: no