Sage Advice
Features
The perfect addition to a garden in hot, dry areas. Rich lavender purple flowers are held on strong, upright plants. The beautiful color will last a long time!
Attracts: Hummingbirds
Resists: Deer
Dead-Heading Not Necessary
Drought Tolerant
Long Blooming
Salt Tolerant
Maintenance Notes
Grows best in full sun and dry to average, well-drained soil. Prune away any remaining old foliage in early spring.
Maintenance Category Easy
Water Category Average
Bloom Time
Flower Form Border Plant, Container, Cut Flower, Dried Flower, Landscape, Mass Planting
Soil Fertility Average Soil, Poor Soil
Soil PH Category Acidic Soil, Alkaline Soil, Neutral Soil
pH B - pH 5.8 - 6.2
EC (2:1 Extraction Method) 0.6 - 0.9
Fertilization 150 - 200
Light Requirements High
Water Requirements Dry to Moderate
Rooting Out Temperature 65 - 72° Fahrenheit
Growing On Temperature 55 - 65° Fahrenheit
Holding Temperature 50 - 60° Fahrenheit
Planting and Timing Information
Early Spring through Fall Finish. Standard PPP.
Finishing Times [weeks]
4-5" and Quart Pot : 6-7
6" and Gallon Pot : 8-9
7-9" Pot : 9-10
10-12" and Two Gallon Pot :
Pinching and Growth Regulators
Pinch at planting time and as needed to shape.
Pest and Disease Management
General pest and disease practices as listed in notes.
Grower Tips
Good air circulation and water drainage are important. Use a well drained soil mix.
