Light blue flower spikes rise above long, narrow creased leaves, covering this compact bloomer all season long, flowering up to the first frost. The small size and vibrantly colored blooms make it a wonderful vertical element for mixed containers, border fronts, and cutting gardens. An herbaceous perennial.
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Foliage Color:
Green
Flower Color:
Purplish-Blue
Bloom Period:
Spring to Fall
Water Requirements:
Moderate - Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat or containers.
Care Instructions
Thrives in average, fast draining soils with consistent moisture; avoid overly wet winter conditions. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Clip spent flower stems for a neat appearance. Cut back to basal growth after flowering. Pruning time: divide every 2 to 3 years in early spring..