Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Partial Shade to Full Shade |
Water Preferences: | Wet Mesic Mesic |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 5a -28.9 °C (-20 °F) to -26.1 °C (-15 °F) |
Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 9b |
Plant Height: | 24 - 32 inches |
Plant Spread: | 28 inches |
Flowers: | Showy |
Flower Color: | Purple White Bi-Color: Violet and white |
Flower Time: | Summer Late summer or early fall Other: Deadheading flowers ensures more flowering throughout the season. |
Uses: | Medicinal Herb |
Wildlife Attractant: | Butterflies |
Resistances: | Deer Resistant |
Propagation: Seeds: | Self fertile |
Containers: | Suitable in 3 gallon or larger Needs excellent drainage in pots |
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