Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun |
Water Preferences: | Mesic |
Soil pH Preferences: | 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: | 24-36 inches |
Flowers: | Showy |
Flower Color: | Purple Other: Accented by white reverse, creating a silvery sheen. |
Bloom Size: | 6"-12" |
Flower Time: | Late summer or early fall Fall |
Uses: | Suitable as Annual |
Wildlife Attractant: | Butterflies |
Resistances: | Deer Resistant |
Propagation: Other methods: | Division |
Containers: | Needs excellent drainage in pots |