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Produces vibrant purple blooms that attract pollinators and thrive from early summer to mid-fall. These easy-to-grow perennials can reach heights of 3-4 feet, making them ideal for borders, naturalized areas, and pollinator gardens. With medicinal properties and seeds that are favored by birds, these versatile seeds germinate quickly and bloom within 50-70 days, offering gardeners a rewarding, low-maintenance option for colorful landscapes.

Details:

• Type: Perennial

• Native Region: Central and Eastern United States

• Hardiness Zones: 3-9

• Height: 3-4 feet tall

• Spread: 12-18 inches

• Bloom: Early summer to mid-fall with vibrant purple flowers

Uses:

• Highly attractive to pollinators, especially butterflies

• Ornamental landscaping and cut flowers

• Medicinal applications in herbal remedies

• Seeds provide food for birds

Growing Information:

• Sun Exposure: Full sun (6 or more hours of direct sunlight)

• Soil Type: Well-drained soil of various types

• Water Needs: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established

• Maintenance Level: Low, easy to grow

• Sowing Depth: 1/4 inch deep

• Spacing: 18-24 inches apart

• Germination: 7-14 days

• Days to Maturity: 50-70 days to first bloom

• Notes: Can be direct seeded in spring or started indoors for earlier blooms. Thrives in well-drained soils and can tolerate a range of conditions. Deadhead to encourage continuous blooming and allow some flower heads to remain for seed production for birds. Generally resistant to pests and diseases.

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