Black Truffle Lobelia Grass;Full Shade but its real value grows

but its real value grows over time as the branching expands and the tree becomes more sculptural and established in the landscape

including resistance to common foliage issues that can make some older crape myrtles look tired by late summer

It's an unusual snake plant because the leaves are variegated with light color — a perfect size for a shelf

which is what later creates drought tolerance

but once fall arrives and the leaves drop

Black Truffle Lobelia Grass;Full Shade but its real value growsDark Chocolate Foliage with High Impact Contrast Black Truffle Lobelia is a dramatic cardinal flower cultivar grown for its dark chocolate purple foliage and brilliant red flower spikes. Also called Black Truffle Cardinal Flower, this upright perennial brings bold contrast to moist borders, rain gardens, pond edges, and pollinator beds. The foliage emerges especially dark in spring, often appearing shiny and nearly black before warming to rich maroon