| Landscape | Used in mass in borders and prairie type landscape settings. |
| Cultivation | Grows best in medium, well-drained soils in full sun. Tolerant of poor soils but prefers moist and fertile soils. |
| Pests | No serious insect or disease problems. |
| Habitat | Horticultural origin. |
| Bark/Stem Description | Stem leaves gradually decrease in size toward the top. |
| Leaf Description | Leaves are about 15 - 30 cm in length. |
| Flower Description | Rounded flower heads about 2 cm across, appearing atop rigid, erect, leafy flower stalks. |
| Colour Description | Leaves are green. Flowers are deep purple. |
| Texture Description | Flower heads are fluffy. |
