Growing Information
USDA Zones
5–9
Sun
Full Sun
Water
medium
Height
5 ft–8 ft
🦌 Deer-Resistant🐶 Dog-Friendly†🐱 Cat-Friendly†🌿 Native🐝 Pollinators🦋 Butterflies
Vibrant purple blooms light up late summer gardens with striking color and texture. This deer-resistant perennial thrives in USDA zones 4-9 and attracts pollinators with ease.
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