Physostegia virginiana 'Pink Manners' Plants

'Pink Manners', is an improvement over the species in that it is more compact and less likely to fall over.  This strong upright perennial is clothed with abundant smooth deep green leaves, but they are secondary to the tall spikes of tubular lavender pink flowers.  The flowers are borne over a long period in mid-summer through autumn.  A favorite plant of hummingbirds, butterflies, bees, and other beneficial insects.  An awesome choice for mass planting, incorporating into meadows, and pretty enough for the most sophisticated garden spot.  'Pink Manners' is a United States native that is easy to grow.
Mature Plant Size: 36" Tall, 20" Spread 
Bloom Time: July - October
Light Exposure: Full Sun  
Soil Type/pH: Well-drained/6.0-7.5 
Water: Average to Moist (1"+ per week)
Fertilizer: Apply an all-purpose fertilizer in early spring (preferably organic)
Hardiness Zones: 3 - 8
Best time to plant: After last frost in spring and 4-6 weeks prior to the ground freezing in fall
Container Size: 4.5" Pot
All photos courtesy of North Creek Nurseries®