Description
Native to: East Asia, including Japan, Korea, and parts of China.
Type: Perennial herb.
Height: Typically grows 6-12 inches tall.
Leaves: Rosette of rounded, hairy, and often scalloped leaves.
Flowers: Delicate, saucer-shaped blooms in various colors like purple, pink, white, or combinations. They are often fragrant.
Blooming period: Late spring to early summer.
Growing Conditions
Light: Prefers partial shade.
Soil: Moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil with a neutral to acidic pH.
Water: Regular watering, especially during dry periods.
Hardiness: Hardy in most climates, going dormant in extreme heat.
Care
Low maintenance: Once established.
Propagation: By division or seeds.
Pests and diseases: Relatively resistant, but watch for aphids, leafhoppers, vine weevils, and slugs.
Uses
Ornamental: Popular for its charming appearance in gardens, borders, rock gardens, and containers.
Woodland gardens: Thrives in shady, woodland settings.
Cut flowers: Beautiful addition to bouquets.
Additional Information
Award-winning: Recipient of the prestigious Award of Garden Merit from the Royal Horticultural Society.
Self-seeding: Can spread easily without becoming invasive.
Deer resistant: Generally not bothered by deer.
Summer dormancy: Goes dormant in hot, dry summers.
