Type: Perennial
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Water Needs: Low to medium; drought tolerant once established
Height: 2–4' tall
Spread: 1–2'
Spacing: 18–24" apart
Bloom Time: June–September
Bloom Description: Upright spikes of small lavender to purple tubular flowers with a light anise scent; blooms persist for a long period and attract many pollinators
Maintenance: Low; deadhead to encourage continued blooming or leave seed heads for winter interest and self-seeding
Soil Drainage: Well-drained soil; tolerates sandy or average soils but does not perform well in poorly drained conditions
Wildlife Value: Highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds; an important nectar plant for native pollinators.
Garden Use: Excellent for pollinator gardens, prairie plantings, herb gardens, and naturalized landscapes. Its tall flower spikes and fragrant foliage add vertical interest and texture.