Gay Feather

Spikes of bright purplish-pink flowers from July to September and strap-shaped, fresh green leaves. This striking perennial is perfect for the middle of a sunny mixed or herbaceous border. Best planted in light, moderately-fertile, moist but well-drained soil, the vibrant bottlebrush-like blooms make excellent cut flowers.Position: full sunSoil: light, moderately-fertile, moist but well-drained soilRate of growth: average Flowering period: July to September Flower colour: bright purplish-pinkOther features: excellent cut-flowers; the flowers are highly-attractive to beesHardiness: fully hardyGarden care: Protect the young shoots from slug-damage using beer traps or environmentally-friendly slug pellets. Lift and divide congested colonies in springThis plant is featured in the In The Sun Collection. Click here to view the ready-made border design
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