LIGHT: Filtered sun, Full shade, Full sun, Partial shade, Partial sun
WATER: Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE: Reaches 12 in. tall, 22 in wide; flower spikes to 15 in. tall.
| Description | Heavily ruffled deep purple-black leaves lend wonderful contrast to the garden. When the opalescent leaves catch the light, they reveal varying shades of purple, amethyst, violet, and plum. Airy spikes of small white flowers attract pollinators and hummingbirds. Fabulous for shady areas, but the dark foliage can also stand up to full sun. Excellent in mixed containers. Herbaceous perennial; semi-evergreen in mild winter areas. |
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| Bloom Time | Late spring into fall |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Attracts Hummingbirds, Dramatic Foliage Color, Easy Care, Non-toxic to Cats and Dogs, Attracts Pollinators |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Edging |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Purple |
| Care Instructions | Provide enriched, well-drained soil; take care not to bury crown when planting. Prefers more shade in hotter regions. Water deeply, regularly in first growing season to establish root system; reduce frequency once established. Avoid excess winter moisture. Feed throughout growing season. Remove old, faded foliage in early spring. |




