Shape | Compact rounded with erect outward flowering stems. |
Landscape | Borders, woodland gardens and containers. |
Propagation | Division every 3 - 4 years will keep plants vigourous. Split in autumn or immediately after flowering. |
Cultivation | Well drained soil in full sun to partial shade. |
Pests | Vine weevil grubs, slugs, snails, rust and leaf spots. |
Notable Specimens | The A.M. Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada. |
Habitat | Horticultural origin. |
Bark/Stem Description | Smooth moderately hairy stems. Hairs are extremely fine. |
Leaf Description | Obovate-lanceolate leaves that curl slightly inward vertically. Defined inlaid venation. |
Flower Description | False rosette blooms approximately 3 - 4 cm in diameter that grow on flowering stems. Petals are roughly heart-shaped. |
Colour Description | Medium green to vivid green foliage and stems. Stems carry a moderate amount of tiny, fine white hairs. Flowers bloom a gentle light lilac purple. |
Texture Description | Soft, finely hairy. |