About
A relatively compact, clump-forming perennial, to 1.5m tall, with sharp-pointed, coarse, dark green leaves, on stiff upright stems, and dusky-pink flowers in domed panicles, over a long period through summer and into autumn.
About the genus
A small genus of five flowering herbaceous perennial species native to North America. Erect, stout stems carry lance-shaped leaves and terminal large, fluffy clusters of many small, pink, sometimes white flowers
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing, East-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH7
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitBushy
FoliageDeciduous
Height1-1.5 metres
Spread1-1.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden, Coastal, Gravel garden, Wildlife gardens, Prairie planting
Care notes
CultivationGrow in any moist soil in full sun or partial shade. Attractive to insects and suitable for smaller gardens
PruningCut back at the end of the season
PropagationPropagate by division in spring
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free