This species is typically found in open woodland and forest edges. Interesting lavender flowers dangle from thin stems and bloom over a long period. Very attractive to bees and bumblebees. (Mother plants from Benton County)

• Height- 18”-24”

• Width- 12”-18”

• Water: moist to dry

• Sun: full sun to partial shade

• Bloom time: June

• Direct sowing: best sown in fall. Seed need exposure to 3 months of winter temperatures before they will germinate in early spring. Seeds are tiny and should be surface sown.

• Growing transplants: Seeds are dormant and require 90 days of cold moist stratification before they will germinate.