Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun Full Sun to Partial Shade |
Water Preferences: | Mesic |
Soil pH Preferences: | Moderately acid (5.6 – 6.0) Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5) |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 6a -23.3 °C (-10 °F) to -20.6 °C (-5 °F) |
Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 9b |
Plant Height: | 10 to 14 inches |
Plant Spread: | 10 to 12 inches |
Leaves: | Unusual foliage color Other: Blue-gray |
Flowers: | Showy Fragrant Other: Fragrance of cloves |
Flower Color: | Red |
Bloom Size: | Under 1" |
Uses: | Cut Flower |
Wildlife Attractant: | Butterflies |
Resistances: | Deer Resistant Humidity tolerant Drought tolerant |
Containers: | Suitable in 3 gallon or larger |
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