Plant uses
Kept lightly clipped they can be utilised as a low informal hedge or individually will give a year round presence either in the garden or as a large container specimen.
Wonderful displays can be achieved by mixing an array of some or all of the varieties with some ideal companion plants such as daylilies (hemerocallis), convolvulus and varieites of sedums just to mention a few that will flower for at the same time and require the same growing and watering requirements.
- Offers fast results for new gardens
- Provides lengthy colour displays for mixed borders
- Can be grown in large containers or for general garden use
Cultural care
Grows well in most soil types which are well draining. Dry and frost tolerant once established. Prune after main flowering to encourage faster re-bloom and to maintain a neat habit. Apply a slow release fertiliser in spring to improve overall vigour.
Height: grows to 70cm
Spread: grows to 1m
Position: Full sun and Frost hardy