Plant Habit: | Shrub |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun Full Sun to Partial Shade |
Water Preferences: | Mesic |
Soil pH Preferences: | Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5) Neutral (6.6 – 7.3) Slightly alkaline (7.4 – 7.8) |
Plant Height: | 2 to 3 feet |
Plant Spread: | 3 to 4 feet |
Leaves: | Good fall color Deciduous Other: Deep green with scarlet red new growth. |
Flowers: | Showy |
Flower Color: | Pink |
Bloom Size: | Under 1" |
Flower Time: | Late spring or early summer Summer Late summer or early fall |
Uses: | Windbreak or Hedge |
Wildlife Attractant: | Butterflies |
Resistances: | Deer Resistant Pollution |
Containers: | Suitable in 3 gallon or larger Needs excellent drainage in pots |
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