Upright shrub with panicles of dark purple buds opening to subtly scented, single, purple blooms in late spring. Dense dark green, heart-shaped foliage turns burgundy in fall. Non-suckering. Blooms later than french hybrids. Drought tolerant once established.
Growth Habit: Upright
Mature Height: 3m (10ft.)
Mature Spread: 2 - 2.5m (6 - 8ft.)
Zone: 2
Feature Characteristics: Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds
Flowering Time: June - July
Foliage Colour: Dark green
Light: Full sun.
Watering: Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Increase watering before spring bloom.
Soil: It is very adaptable to both dry and moist locations. It is not particular as to soil type or pH.
Fertilizer: Feed in early spring with an all purpose fertilizer prior to the new growth.
Attributes
Type: Deciduous ShrubGrowth Habit: Upright
Mature Height: 3m (10ft.)
Mature Spread: 2 - 2.5m (6 - 8ft.)
Zone: 2
Feature Characteristics: Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds
Ornamental Features
Flower Colour: Single red-purple flowers from purple buds.Flowering Time: June - July
Foliage Colour: Dark green
Care
General Maintenance: Little pruning is required. If pruning is required, cut back after blooming to promote strong new growth and flower buds to set for the next year.Light: Full sun.
Watering: Follow a regular watering schedule during the first growing season to establish a deep, extensive root system. Increase watering before spring bloom.
Soil: It is very adaptable to both dry and moist locations. It is not particular as to soil type or pH.
Fertilizer: Feed in early spring with an all purpose fertilizer prior to the new growth.
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