Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun |
Water Preferences: | Mesic |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 7a -17.8 °C (0 °F) to -15 °C (5 °F) |
Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 9b |
Plant Height: | 24 - 36 inches |
Plant Spread: | 12 - 18 inches |
Flowers: | Showy |
Flower Color: | Other: Watermelon-pink |
Bloom Size: | 1"-2" |
Flower Time: | Summer Late summer or early fall Fall Other: Cut back old flowering stems to encourage new flowers. In the deep south, try in part shade. |
Suitable Locations: | Xeriscapic |
Uses: | Cut Flower Suitable as Annual |
Wildlife Attractant: | Bees Butterflies Hummingbirds |
Resistances: | Deer Resistant Rabbit Resistant Drought tolerant |
Containers: | Suitable in 3 gallon or larger Needs excellent drainage in pots |
Miscellaneous: | Patent/Plant Breeders' Rights: PP24293 |
HamiltonSquare | On October 19, 2016 | Obtained plant Obtained from HighHandNursery where it was grown. $7.00 |
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