Plant Habit: | Shrub |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
Water Preferences: | Mesic |
Soil pH Preferences: | Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5) Neutral (6.6 – 7.3) |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 5a -28.9 °C (-20 °F) to -26.1 °C (-15 °F) |
Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 9b |
Plant Height: | 2 - 3 feet |
Plant Spread: | 2 - 3 feet |
Leaves: | Good fall color Deciduous |
Flowers: | Showy Blooms on new wood |
Flower Color: | Pink Other: Lavender-pink to Rose-pink. |
Bloom Size: | Under 1" |
Flower Time: | Late spring or early summer Summer |
Uses: | Groundcover Cut Flower |
Wildlife Attractant: | Birds Butterflies |
Resistances: | Drought tolerant |
Containers: | Suitable in 3 gallon or larger Needs excellent drainage in pots |
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