Purpleleaf Willowherb (Coloratum)

The Purpleleaf Willowherb (Coloratum) is generally described as a perennial forb/herb. This is native to the U.S. (United States) has its most active growth period in the spring . The Purpleleaf Willowherb (Coloratum) has green foliage and inconspicuous red flowers, with a moderate amount of conspicuous brown fruits or seeds. The greatest bloom is usually observed in the summer, with fruit and seed production starting in the summer and continuing until fall. Leaves are not retained year to year. The Purpleleaf Willowherb (Coloratum) has a moderate life span relative to most other plant species and a moderate growth rate. At maturity, the typical Purpleleaf Willowherb (Coloratum) will reach up to 3.3 feet high, with a maximum height at 20 years of 0 inches.

The Purpleleaf Willowherb (Coloratum) is easily found in nurseries, garden stores and other plant dealers and distributors. It can be propagated by seed. It has a slow ability to spread through seed production and the seedlings have medium vigor. Note that cold stratification is not required for seed germination and the plant cannot survive exposure to temperatures below -33°F. has low tolerance to drought and restricted water conditions.