Mature specimens reach heights of 20 to 30 feet and develop striking trunks with exfoliating bark. The decrease in native stands and increased public interest in the mayhaw have led to the development of several named cultivars. New Orleans Red' coleus can be considered a new addition to the sun series of coleus for 1996. New Orleans Red' coleus, also known in the trade as 'Red Ruffle' coleus, is a cousin to the 'Alabama' coleus widely planted in Louisiana. Provide 'New Orleans Red' coleus with optimum fertilizer and water, and it will perform great in full sun.
Foliage is dark red, almost black, with an iridescent bright cherry center.
Few flower spikes are produced. Homestead Purple' verbena is a vigorously growing, prolific flowering perennial plant that has performed great in Louisiana trials over the last three years. This verbena produces deep rich purple flowers and blooms early. A Georgia Gold Medal Winner in 1994, 'Homestead Purple' verbena maintains a ground cover growth habit. Plants come back year after year.