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Lamiaceae (Labiatae)

Opposite, lanceolate to oblong, wrinkled foliage; fuzzy flowers are in long spike-like racemes.

Plant Form or Habit: upright

Plant Type: perennial

Plant Use: beds & borders

Propagation: division stem cuttings

Light Requirement: high medium

Flower Color: purple with white

Blooming Period: fall

Height: 3-5'

Width: 18-24"

Foliage Texture: coarse

Heat Tolerance: medium

Water Requirements: low

Additional Comments: Needs well-drained soil; withstands drought; no serious disease or insect problems; may freeze above zone 7; good companion plant for the yellow flowers of fall.