Spectacular summer color from lightly fragrant, dark violet-purple flower spikes. A fast growing shrub that works well as a foundation shrub, an accent plant or as a background in borders. Slightly hardier than other varieties, but may die to ground in cold winter areas, emerging vigorously in spring. Deciduous.
- Type: Deciduous shrub
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Zone: 5 to 9
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Height: 6-8 feet
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Spread: 3-5 feet
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Bloom Time: June to September
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Bloom Description: Very dark purple
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Sun: Full sun
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Water: Medium
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Flower: Showy, Fragrant, Good Cut
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Attracts: Butterflies
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Tolerate: Rabbit, Clay Soil