Plant Habit: | Shrub |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
Water Preferences: | Mesic |
Soil pH Preferences: | Moderately acid (5.6 – 6.0) Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5) Neutral (6.6 – 7.3) |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 6a -23.3 °C (-10 °F) to -20.6 °C (-5 °F) |
Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 8b |
Plant Height: | 6 - 12 inches |
Plant Spread: | 12 - 18 inches |
Leaves: | Evergreen Other: Narrow, pubescent/velvety. |
Flowers: | Showy |
Flower Color: | Bi-Color Other: Star-shaped, white, outlined in vibrant blue. |
Bloom Size: | Under 1" |
Flower Time: | Spring Late spring or early summer |
Suitable Locations: | Xeriscapic |
Uses: | Erosion control Groundcover Will Naturalize |
Wildlife Attractant: | Bees |
Resistances: | Deer Resistant Drought tolerant |
Toxicity: | Other: May cause contact dermititis in some individuals. |
Propagation: Seeds: | Sow in situ Start indoors |
Propagation: Other methods: | Cuttings: Tip Other: Semi Hardwood cuttings. |
Containers: | Suitable in 3 gallon or larger Needs excellent drainage in pots |
Miscellaneous: | Patent/Plant Breeders' Rights: PP 20,078 |