| Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
| Life cycle: | Perennial |
| Sun Requirements: | Full Sun |
| Water Preferences: | Mesic Dry Mesic |
| Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 3 -40 °C (-40 °F) to -37.2 °C (-35) |
| Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 8b |
| Plant Height: | 28 - 34 inches |
| Plant Spread: | 28 - 32 inches |
| Leaves: | Unusual foliage color Other: Deep burgundy purple, which is more pronounced in direct sun. |
| Flowers: | Showy |
| Flower Color: | Bi-Color: Lavender-purple with white interiors. |
| Flower Time: | Late spring or early summer Summer |
| Uses: | Cut Flower |
| Wildlife Attractant: | Bees Hummingbirds |
| Resistances: | Drought tolerant |
| Containers: | Suitable in 3 gallon or larger Needs excellent drainage in pots |
| Miscellaneous: | Patent/Plant Breeders' Rights: PP29603; CPBRAF |
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