| Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
| Life cycle: | Perennial |
| Sun Requirements: | Partial or Dappled Shade |
| Water Preferences: | Mesic |
| Soil pH Preferences: | Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5) Neutral (6.6 – 7.3) |
| Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 10b +1.7 °C (35 °F) to +4.4 °C (40 °F) |
| Plant Height: | 4 to 6 inches |
| Plant Spread: | 12 to 18 inches |
| Leaves: | Deciduous |
| Flowers: | Showy |
| Flower Color: | Purple |
| Bloom Size: | 1"-2" |
| Flower Time: | Late spring or early summer Summer Late summer or early fall Fall |
| Underground structures: | Rhizome |
| Suitable Locations: | Houseplant |
| Uses: | Suitable as Annual |
| Wildlife Attractant: | Bees |
| Resistances: | Humidity tolerant |
| Propagation: Other methods: | Cuttings: Stem Division |
| Containers: | Suitable for hanging baskets Needs excellent drainage in pots |
