Violet purple foliage with deep burgundy veins form a vigorous but neat clump, accented by dainty pink, pearl-like flowers on slender stems. Silvery hairs cover the top of the leaf, giving it a frosted appearance. Foliage color deepens when cool weather arrives. An herbaceous perennial.
LIGHT: Partial sun
WATER: Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE: Foliage reaches 12 in. tall, 18 in. wide; blooms reach 30 in. tall.
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Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Fast Growing, Compact Form
Problems/Solutions
Deer Resistant, Erosion Control
Growth Rate
Moderate
Growth Habit
Clumping
Patent Act
Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent.
Landscape Use
Border, Container, Ground Cover, Edging
Design Ideas
Pair with yellow and gold foliage plants for shaded contrast in the garden. Plant in irregular groups in a woodland understory or under shade trees. A great choice for all kinds of naturalistic settings or peeking out from under landscape boulders. In formal gardens position near porch or patio and terrace for close-up view. Excellent for nesting a pedestal or fountain. A valuable plant for containers that offers both foliage and flower accents. Particularly beautiful in troughs but provides a dramatic effect in lime green or cobalt blue glazed containers.
Provide enriched, well-drained soil; take care not to bury crown when planting. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system; tolerates drier soils once established. Avoid excessive winter moisture. Feed regularly throughout growing season. Remove old, faded foliage in early spring.
Pair with yellow and gold foliage plants for shaded contrast in the garden. Plant in irregular groups in a woodland understory or under shade trees. A great choice for all kinds of naturalistic settings or peeking out from under landscape boulders. In formal gardens position near porch or patio and terrace for close-up view. Excellent for nesting a pedestal or fountain. A valuable plant for containers that offers both foliage and flower accents. Particularly beautiful in troughs but provides a dramatic effect in lime green or cobalt blue glazed containers.
Provide enriched, well-drained soil; take care not to bury crown when planting. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system; tolerates drier soils once established. Avoid excessive winter moisture. Feed regularly throughout growing season. Remove old, faded foliage in early spring.
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100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.