| Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
| Sun Requirements: | Full Sun Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Water Preferences: | Mesic |
| Soil pH Preferences: | Neutral (6.6 – 7.3) Slightly alkaline (7.4 – 7.8) |
| Plant Height: | 4 to 6 inches |
| Plant Spread: | 8 to 12 inches |
| Leaves: | Evergreen |
| Flowers: | Showy Fragrant |
| Flower Color: | Pink |
| Flower Time: | Late spring or early summer |
| Underground structures: | Taproot |
| Suitable Locations: | Alpine Gardening |
| Uses: | Groundcover Cut Flower Suitable as Annual |
| Wildlife Attractant: | Butterflies |
| Resistances: | Deer Resistant Drought tolerant |
| Propagation: Other methods: | Division |
| Containers: | Suitable in 3 gallon or larger Needs excellent drainage in pots |
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