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Quick Facts
Colors: A rainbow of scarlet, bright red, crimson, pink, salmon, and occasionally lavender or mauve.
Height: Typically grows 30 to 48 inches tall.
Aroma: Both flowers and foliage have a spicy, citrus-mint fragrance.
Growing Conditions
Sunlight: Thrives in full sun but appreciates afternoon shade in hot summer climates.
Soil: Prefers rich, fertile soil that is consistently moist but well-drained.
Spacing: Plant 12 to 24 inches apart to allow for rapid spreading and good airflow.
Maintenance: Divide every 3 to 4 years to maintain plant health and discard dead central material.
Key Uses
Pollinator Magnet: Highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
Edible & Medicinal: The petals are edible (often used in salads or as garnishes), and the leaves are traditionally used to make Oswego Tea.
Cutting Garden: Long, sturdy stems make them excellent as cut flowers for arrangements.
Quick Facts
Colors: A rainbow of scarlet, bright red, crimson, pink, salmon, and occasionally lavender or mauve.
Height: Typically grows 30 to 48 inches tall.
Aroma: Both flowers and foliage have a spicy, citrus-mint fragrance.
Growing Conditions
Sunlight: Thrives in full sun but appreciates afternoon shade in hot summer climates.
Soil: Prefers rich, fertile soil that is consistently moist but well-drained.
Spacing: Plant 12 to 24 inches apart to allow for rapid spreading and good airflow.
Maintenance: Divide every 3 to 4 years to maintain plant health and discard dead central material.
Key Uses
Pollinator Magnet: Highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
Edible & Medicinal: The petals are edible (often used in salads or as garnishes), and the leaves are traditionally used to make Oswego Tea.
Cutting Garden: Long, sturdy stems make them excellent as cut flowers for arrangements.