| Growing Zones: | USDA Zone 3 - with winter protection only USDA Zone 4 - with winter protection only USDA Zone 6 USDA Zone 9 USDA Zone 11 USDA Zone 11 - partially shaded areas only |
| Typical Plant Size: | Other |
| Pruning Group: | Group 1 - Spring flowering, no pruning |
| Bloom Diameter: | Medium/Large - typically 6 inches |
| Bloom Color (Tepals): | Light to Lavender Blue hue |
| Center Color (Anthers): | Black/Brown/Dark anthers |
| Bloom Shape: | Double blooms in all climates |
| Preferred Light: | Requires partial shade |
| Moisture Requirements: | Tolerates frequent watering |
| Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb Grass/Grass-like |
| Life cycle: | Annual |
| Sun Requirements: | Partial Shade to Full Shade |
| Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 12 +10 °C (50 °F) to +15.6 °C (60 °F) |
| Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 7b |
| Leaves: | Semi-evergreen |
| Flowers: | Showy |
| Flower Color: | Other |
| Flower Time: | Summer Late summer or early fall |
| Uses: | Suitable for forage |
| Conservation status: | Extinct (EX) |