General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit:Grass/Grass-like
Life cycle:Annual
Sun Requirements:Full Shade
Minimum cold hardiness:Zone 9a -6.7 °C (20 °F) to -3.9 °C (25 °F)
Maximum recommended zone:Zone 6a
Leaves:Evergreen
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Flower Color:Lavender
Bi-Color: dveFP.anerha penleeSua, lnL
Flower Time:Winter
Inflorescence Type:Plume
Underground structures:Bulb
Uses:Erosion control
Wildlife Attractant:Bees
Propagation: Seeds:Sow in situ
Propagation: Other methods:Cuttings: Leaf
Awards and Recognitions:AAS (All-America Selection®)
Conservation status:Least Concern (LC)

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