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) |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 9a -6.7 °C (20 °F) to -3.9 °C (25 °F) |
Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 11 |
Plant Height: | 4 to 6 feet |
Plant Spread: | 2 to 3 feet |
Leaves: | Evergreen |
Flowers: | Showy |
Flower Color: | Lavender Bi-Color: Fully double, lavender with slightly ruffled pink edge, fading to lavender. |
Bloom Size: | 5"-6" |
Flower Time: | Year Round |
Uses: | Windbreak or Hedge Suitable as Annual |
Wildlife Attractant: | Bees Butterflies Hummingbirds |
Resistances: | Humidity tolerant |
Propagation: Other methods: | Cuttings: Stem Cuttings: Tip Cuttings: Cane |
Pollinators: | Various insects |
Containers: | Suitable in 3 gallon or larger Needs excellent drainage in pots |
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