Plant Type

Annual

 

Height Range

Under 1'

 

Flower Color

Lavender, Pink, Red, Yellow, Violet

 

Flower Season

Summer, Fall

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Shade

 

Water

Medium

 

Growth Rate

Slow

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

 

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained, Moist

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

Design Styles

English Cottage

 

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

 

Seasonal Interest

Summer, Fall

 

Location Uses

 

Special Uses

Container, Filler, Hanging Baskets

 

Attracts Wildlife

This plant is an annual, growing 6"-18" tall and 10"-12" wide. A profusion of flowers bloom into fall, coming in an array of bright and pastel colors. Plant in shady locations for water conservation considerations.

Planting: 1. Dig a hole 1" less the depth and 2 times the width of the container. 2. Fill hole with water, let soak. 3. Set root ball in hole. 4. Fill hole halfway with native soil and water. 5. Finish back filling hole, build basin and water.