« Previous Plant | Next Plant »
Delicate, metallic-silver leaves are narrowly edged with green. The hooded, purple to deep pink blooms add a bit of drama to a shady spot in the garden.
Very vigorous grower. Can become invasive if not kept in check. Clippings should not be incuded in compost.
Best grown in an average to moist, well-drained soil, in partial shade to full shade. Vigorous grower and very tolerant of dry, shady locations. Can fill in a large space in a short time, is manageable and not necessarily invasive. Hot, humid summers can cause foliage decline. If foliage becomes leggy or unruly, you can prune or mow to promote a more compact, tidy habit. Pruning will also promote new blooms, forming sporadically throughout the summer and into the fall. Plant in combination with spring bulbs.