Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun Full Sun to Partial Shade |
Water Preferences: | Mesic |
Soil pH Preferences: | Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5) Neutral (6.6 – 7.3) Slightly alkaline (7.4 – 7.8) |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 8b -9.4 °C (15 °F) to -6.7 °C (20 °F) |
Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 10b |
Plant Height: | 12 - 15 inches |
Plant Spread: | 12 - 15 inches |
Leaves: | Deciduous Fragrant |
Flowers: | Showy |
Flower Color: | Mauve Pink |
Bloom Size: | 1"-2" |
Flower Time: | Summer |
Suitable Locations: | Alpine Gardening |
Uses: | Culinary Herb |
Edible Parts: | Leaves |
Eating Methods: | Cooked |
Wildlife Attractant: | Bees Other Beneficial Insects |
Propagation: Other methods: | Division |
Containers: | Suitable in 1 gallon Needs excellent drainage in pots |