£10.00

Velvet-like plum-purple petals form hooded flowers over a long period in summer and autumn. Fully hardy in freely draining soils, this bushy shrub will become drought tolerant once established.

Type

• Perennials

Foliage: Deciduous

Hardiness: Half hardy

Vigour: Fast growing

Uses

• Beds and borders
• Cottage style garden
• Contemporary style garden
• Containers
• Mediterranean style garden

Special features

• Attractive to wildlife
• Low maintenance
• Autumn interest
• Scented foliage

Care instructions

Grow in any well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade in a sheltered position. This plant is slightly tender, becoming more hardy as it ages. May need support. Remove faded flowers to encourage repeat blooming, or simply cut back hard after flowering is finished. Cut down to the ground in late autumn.

Dimensions

Size: Medium

Pot size: 9cm

Eventual height: 75cm

Eventual spread: 50cm

Positions

• Sun

Aspects

• South
• West

Soil types

• Sandy
• Normal

Soil pH ranges

• Acid
• Neutral
• Alkaline