...aka Trumpet Spur Flower.
This was photographed just coming into bloom, from hundreds of buds, yesterday, October 6th. That's quite something. True, there seems to be a little spider mite going on (minutely cobwebby backs-of-leaves)...But to have blue in the garden in October, and in shade at that, is special. We planted them in August ( I think) and they have grown at least two feet, up and out, since then
This is a tall, loose-limbed plant. It is related to salvia, is butterfly-friendly, belongs in the woodland, and is hardy to USDA Zone 6. I will be very interested to see it in two weeks, as it is quite new to me. Another one from Glover Perennials.
Is it still growing well in your garden? I was wondering about its self seeding tendencies and spreading. Thanks. tina
ReplyDeleteHi Tina - That was a garden I designed some years ago and I have not seen it in a couple of years. So I can't say. I hope so!
ReplyDeleteIt appears to be spreading in my garden which was planted three years ago. It blooms in late September/early October in South Eastern CT.
ReplyDeleteWould you consider it invasive? I have some seeds but don't want to introduce invasives. Thanks.
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