Attract pollinators with this fragrant garden favorite. Bred for its larger and more vivid blooms, and gray-green foliage that produces deep, purple-violet flowers from mid-spring into summer, occasionally again in fall. Use for hedges, containers and borders.
Plant with Sedum
Green Thumb Guide
Tolerant of most soils. Requires good drainage. To prevent crown rot, plant slightly above soil level. Trim spent flowers to prolong blooming. Cut back post bloom to keep compact.
These characteristics apply to the greater Sacramento area and nearby regions.
Live outside of our area? Please check with your local cooperative extension for the best growing practices in your neck of the woods
Visit: UC Cooperative Extension Offices (Opens in new window)
Visit: National County Extension Offices (Opens in new window)
Green Thumb Guide
Tolerant of most soils. Requires good drainage. To prevent crown rot, plant slightly above soil level. Trim spent flowers to prolong blooming. Cut back post bloom to keep compact.
These characteristics apply to the North Texas area and nearby regions.
Live outside of our area? Please check with your local cooperative extension for the best growing practices in your neck of the woods
Visit: Texas A&M Extension Offices (Opens in new window)
Visit: National County Extension Offices (Opens in new window)