This clumping perennial reaches up to 5 ft tall, producing dense spikes of purple flowers from July to August. It thrives in full sun and medium-moisture clay, loam or sandy soils, making it ideal for prairie-style or naturalistic beds. Its upright form adds dramatic vertical interest and is generally deer resistant.
Ecological Benefits
Produces abundant nectar for bees and butterflies during midsummer, supporting pollinator activity when floral resources are often scarce.
