A bushy, aromatic, short-lived herbaceous perennial 60cm high with ovate to lance-shaped dark green leaves, 4-6cm long, and spikes up to 30cm long of dark raspberry-pink flowers from midsummer to autumn.
0.5-1 metres
0.1-0.5 metres
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Grow as an annual in colder areas, or as a perennial in warmer areas, in well-drained, fertile soil in full sun in a sheltered position, such as against a south-facing or west-facing wall
Propagate by division in spring or by semi-ripe cuttings in early summer; it is a short-lived plant so propagate reserve plants each year; propagation for resale is prohibited without a licence
No pruning required but deadheading may prolong flowering
Generally pest-free
Generally disease-free but may be susceptible to powdery mildews