Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 9a -6.7 °C (20 °F) to -3.9 °C (25 °F) |
Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 10b |
Plant Height: | 18 - 36 inches |
Plant Spread: | 18 - 24 inches |
Leaves: | Evergreen |
Flowers: | Showy |
Flower Color: | Other: Pale lavender pink |
Bloom Size: | Under 1" |
Flower Time: | Other: Summer to first frost. |
Suitable Locations: | Xeriscapic Alpine Gardening |
Uses: | Cut Flower Suitable as Annual |
Wildlife Attractant: | Bees Butterflies Hummingbirds |
Propagation: Other methods: | Cuttings: Tip |
Containers: | Suitable in 3 gallon or larger Needs excellent drainage in pots |
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