Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun |
Water Preferences: | Mesic Dry Mesic Dry |
Soil pH Preferences: | Moderately acid (5.6 – 6.0) Neutral (6.6 – 7.3) Moderately alkaline (7.9 – 8.4) |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 6b -20.6 °C (-5 °F) to -17.8 °C (0 °F) |
Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 9a |
Plant Height: | 3 inches |
Leaves: | Evergreen |
Fruit: | Dehiscent |
Flowers: | Inconspicuous |
Flower Color: | Purple |
Bloom Size: | 1"-2" |
Flower Time: | Spring |
Underground structures: | Bulb |
Uses: | Suitable for miniature gardens |
Pollinators: | Various insects |
Containers: | Needs excellent drainage in pots |