| Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
| Sun Requirements: | Full Sun Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Water Preferences: | Dry Mesic Dry |
| Soil pH Preferences: | Neutral (6.6 – 7.3) Slightly alkaline (7.4 – 7.8) |
| Plant Height: | 6 - 8 inches |
| Plant Spread: | 12 - 15 inches |
| Leaves: | Unusual foliage color Evergreen Other: Blue-green, Silvery blue |
| Flowers: | Showy Fragrant Other: Clove-scented |
| Flower Color: | Pink |
| Flower Time: | Spring Late spring or early summer Summer Other: Deadheading flowers ensures more flowering throughout the season. |
| Suitable Locations: | Xeriscapic |
| Uses: | Provides winter interest Groundcover Cut Flower Suitable for miniature gardens |
| Wildlife Attractant: | Butterflies |
| Resistances: | Deer Resistant Humidity tolerant Drought tolerant |
| Propagation: Seeds: | Self fertile |
| Propagation: Other methods: | Division |
| Pollinators: | Moths and Butterflies Bees Various insects |
| Containers: | Suitable in 3 gallon or larger Needs excellent drainage in pots |
| Awards and Recognitions: | Other: 1994 Georgia Gold Medal Winner |
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