Name: Setcreasea pallida (Purple Heart)

Average Landscape Size: 6–12 in tall × 2–3 ft wide; can spread 4 ft if unpruned; low, spreading habit

Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade; deepest purple color in full sun

Water Needs: Low; extremely drought tolerant once established

Deer Resistance: High

Cold Hardiness: USDA Zones 8–11; freezes back in winter but returns from roots in our area

Fertilization & Pruning: Minimal fertilizer needed; trim back in late winter

Detailed Description: This Purple Heart is absolutely stunning with deep purple foliage that creates incredible color contrast at just 6 to 12 inches tall! It spreads 2 to 3 feet wide, making it perfect for groundcover or spillover plantings. Here in our area, it freezes back during winter but returns from the roots more vigorous than ever, creating that gorgeous purple carpet once warm weather arrives. The color is so rich and vibrant, and it's incredibly drought tolerant. Perfect for adding dramatic purple color that spreads naturally with zero maintenance!