| Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
| Sun Requirements: | Full Sun Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Water Preferences: | Mesic Dry Mesic |
| Plant Height: | 15 - 18 inches |
| Plant Spread: | 15 - 18 inches |
| Leaves: | Unusual foliage color Evergreen Other: Silvery blue-green |
| Flowers: | Showy Fragrant |
| Flower Color: | Pink White Other: Blooms start out as white, then turn to pink and then to rose as it ages. All 3 colors can appear at the same time in the clump. In warm winter climates (USDA Zones 8-9), this cultivar may bloom year-round. |
| Flower Time: | Spring Late spring or early summer Late summer or early fall Fall Other: Sheer back after flowering to encourage more flowering |
| Uses: | Provides winter interest Cut Flower |
| Wildlife Attractant: | Bees Butterflies Hummingbirds |
| Resistances: | Deer Resistant Rabbit Resistant Pollution Drought tolerant |
| Toxicity: | Other: Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested |
| Containers: | Suitable in 3 gallon or larger Needs excellent drainage in pots |
| Awards and Recognitions: | Other: 2001 Plant Select Winner |
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