Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
Water Preferences: | Mesic |
Soil pH Preferences: | Neutral (6.6 – 7.3) Slightly alkaline (7.4 – 7.8) |
Plant Height: | 6 - 16 inches |
Leaves: | Semi-evergreen |
Fruit: | Other: Smooth, shiny 4-sided black nutlet. |
Flowers: | Showy |
Flower Color: | Blue |
Bloom Size: | Under 1" |
Flower Time: | Late spring or early summer Summer Late summer or early fall |
Uses: | Suitable as Annual |
Edible Parts: | Flowers |
Eating Methods: | Raw |