Type: Perennial
Sun: Full sun
Water Needs: Medium; prefers consistent moisture but tolerates some drought once established
Height: 3–6' tall
Spread: 2–4' (spreads aggressively by rhizomes)
Spacing: 18–24" apart
Bloom Time: June–September
Bloom Description: Tall spikes of bright magenta-pink, four-petaled flowers that open from the bottom upward; long bloom period and very showy
Maintenance: Low to moderate; can spread vigorously, so may require containment in garden settings; cut back old stems in late fall or early spring
Soil Drainage: Well-drained soils; tolerates a range from sandy to loamy but does not like heavy, wet soils
Wildlife Value: Excellent nectar source for bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds; seeds are eaten by birds; foliage can provide cover for small wildlife.
Garden Use: Ideal for naturalized areas, meadow gardens, pollinator plantings, and restoration projects. Its tall, colorful flower spikes make it a striking centerpiece in native plant landscapes.