This classic summer perennial produces large, fragrant flower clusters in brilliant colors from white and pink to purple and red. A cottage garden favorite that blooms for 6 weeks or more when many other perennials have finished. The sweet vanilla fragrance attracts butterflies and hummingbirds.
Native range: Eastern North America from New York to Iowa, south to Georgia and Arkansas
Size: 3-4 feet tall, space 18-24 inches apart
Growing conditions: Full sun to partial shade, moist well-drained soil
Bloom period: July through September
Wildlife value: Attracts butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees; nectar source for clearwing moths; supports various pollinators with long tongues
Garden benefits: Fragrant flowers, excellent cut flower, deer resistant, long blooming period, attracts hummingbirds
This classic summer perennial produces large, fragrant flower clusters in brilliant colors from white and pink to purple and red. A cottage garden favorite that blooms for 6 weeks or more when many other perennials have finished. The sweet vanilla fragrance attracts butterflies and hummingbirds.
Native range: Eastern North America from New York to Iowa, south to Georgia and Arkansas
Size: 3-4 feet tall, space 18-24 inches apart
Growing conditions: Full sun to partial shade, moist well-drained soil
Bloom period: July through September
Wildlife value: Attracts butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees; nectar source for clearwing moths; supports various pollinators with long tongues
Garden benefits: Fragrant flowers, excellent cut flower, deer resistant, long blooming period, attracts hummingbirds