| Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
| Life cycle: | Perennial |
| Sun Requirements: | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Water Preferences: | Dry Mesic Dry |
| Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 4b -31.7 °C (-25 °F) to -28.9 °C (-20 °F) |
| Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 9a |
| Plant Height: | 8 - 10 inches |
| Plant Spread: | 12 - 14 inches |
| Leaves: | Unusual foliage color Other: Silver |
| Flowers: | Showy Fragrant |
| Flower Color: | Pink |
| Flower Time: | Late winter or early spring Spring Late spring or early summer Summer Late summer or early fall Fall Other: Deadheading flowers ensures more flowering throughout the season. Sheer back to foliage for re-bloom. |
| Suitable Locations: | Xeriscapic |
| Uses: | Provides winter interest Groundcover Cut Flower |
| Wildlife Attractant: | Butterflies |
| Resistances: | Deer Resistant Drought tolerant |
| Containers: | Suitable in 3 gallon or larger Needs excellent drainage in pots |
| Miscellaneous: | Patent/Plant Breeders' Rights: PP30,079 |
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