This easy care perennial provides nectar for hummingbirds and butterflies, as well as long lasting color for your garden. Added bonus, armloads of bright cut flowers perfect for bouquets.
Bright, hot pink blooms with a lavender-pink eye in spring, summer and fall
Evergreen or Deciduous?
Evergreen
Plant Hardiness
Hardy to -20°F to -10°F USDA zones 5–10
Key Features
Attracts Birds / Butterflies, Cut Flowers, Easy Care, Heat Tolerance, Reblooming, Returns Year After Year, Water-wise, Year-Round Interest
Flowering Season
Spring to Fall
Uses
Accent, Border, Container, Poolside
Water Needs
Medium
Fertilize
Yearly in spring
Pruning
Prune dead growth after flowering to promote new growth
Planting Instructions
– Water before planting.
– Plant in full sun to part shade.
– Dig hold 2x the width of pot.
– Plant 1-2″ above ground soil level, backfill hole with soil.
– Water deeply to settle, then add more soil if needed.
– Mulch 1-2″ deep around plant, avoiding area closest to stem.