Growing Information

Growing zone guide
Growing Zone Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9
Sunlight Partial shade to full shade
Type of Soil Slightly acidic to neutral
Mature Height 10 to 12 inches
Maintenance Level Low maintenance
Water Requirement Moderate watering (once a week)

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Additional Information
Growth Rate

Establishment: Moderate; reaches full size within the first growing season.

Mature Size: Height: 8–12 inches; Spread: 12–18 inches.

Colorful Leaves Yes
Flowering Yes
Bloom Color Pink , Blue
Ornamental Berries N/A
Disease resistant Yes
Cold Tolerant Yes
Heat Tolerant No
Drought Tolerant No
Deer Resistant Yes
Edible No
Wildlife Attraction

Attracts: Pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.

Resistant To: Deer and rabbits typically avoid this plant due to its hairy foliage.

Self-pollinating Cross-pollinating
Seasonality

Bloom Period: Early to mid-spring.

Foliage: Semi-evergreen; may retain leaves in mild winters.

Hardiness Zones: USDA zones 3–8.

Ideal For

– Shade gardens
– Underplanting trees
– Woodland gardens
– Spring interest borders

Leaf Description

Attracts: Pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.

Resistant To: Deer and rabbits typically avoid this plant due to its hairy foliage.

Flower Description

Color: Pink buds that mature to blue-violet.

Size: Small, funnel-shaped flowers in clusters.

Bloom Time: Early to mid-spring.

Fragrance: Mildly fragrant, adding sensory appeal to the garden.

Pruning & Maintenance

After Flowering: Remove spent flower stalks to encourage fresh foliage growth.

Mid-Summer: If foliage deteriorates, cut back to promote new growth.

Fall: Clean up dead or damaged leaves to prepare for winter.

Water Needs

Establishment Phase: Water regularly to help establish a strong root system.

Mature Plants: Maintain consistent moisture; water during prolonged dry periods.

Avoid Overwatering: Ensure soil is well-drained to prevent root rot.

Light Needs

Sun Exposure: Thrives in partial to full shade; morning sun with afternoon shade is ideal.

Harvesting

Cut Flowers: Suitable for small floral arrangements; harvest when flowers are fully open.

Foliage: Primarily ornamental; not commonly harvested.

Fertilizing

Initial Planting: Incorporate compost or well-rotted manure into the soil.

Annual Feeding: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring if needed.

Avoid Over-Fertilization: Excess nutrients can lead to lush foliage at the expense of blooms.

Additional Care Tips N/A
Pollination

Attracts: Bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, providing early-season nectar.

Companion Plants

Hosta

Astilbe

Heuchera (Coral Bells)

Ferns

Brunnera macrophylla

Tiarella (Foamflower)

Epimedium

Dicentra (Bleeding Heart)

Flowering and Seasonality

Bloom Period: Early to mid-spring.

Foliage: Semi-evergreen; may retain leaves in mild winters.

Hardiness Zones: USDA zones 3–8.

Color: Pink buds that mature to blue-violet.

Size: Small, funnel-shaped flowers in clusters.

Bloom Time: Early to mid-spring.

Fragrance: Mildly fragrant, adding sensory appeal to the garden.

Pet Friendly

Yes

Growing Zone
  • Zone 4
  • Zone 5
  • Zone 6
  • Zone 7
  • Zone 8
  • Zone 9

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