
LIFE CYCLE
Perennial
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Soft pink flowers
GROWTH HABIT
upright
BLOOM SEASON
Late Summer
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Not applicable
SUITABLE FOR
Outdoor
SEED TYPE
Open pollinated
PLANT TYPE
Flowering
PLANTING SEASON
Spring
FRUIT SIZE
Not applicable
PLANT HEIGHT
45 to 60 cm
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
Full sun
WATER NEEDS
Moderate
HARDINESS ZONES
7 to 10
CONTAINER GARDEN
Yes
PLANT SPACING
25 to 30 cm
PLANTING DEPTH
Surface sow
GROWING CONDITIONS
Moist
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this plant multiply and need dividing over time?
Does this plant multiply and need dividing over time?
Yes, like its deep pink counterpart, it spreads via rhizomes near moist soil and forms larger clumps over the years, so periodic division helps keep it vigorous and prevents overcrowding.
The hardiness range here is listed as zones 7–10 — is that different from other color varieties of this plant?
The hardiness range here is listed as zones 7–10 — is that different from other color varieties of this plant?
Slight zone variations can appear between differently marketed color strains of the same species, though all schizostylis generally prefer similar mild, moist conditions within that general range.
Is this pale pink variety used in autumn floral arrangements?
Is this pale pink variety used in autumn floral arrangements?
Its late-season bloom timing makes it a useful option for autumn cut-flower displays, filling a gap when many other garden flowers have already finished.
Does the pale pink color look different depending on light conditions?
Does the pale pink color look different depending on light conditions?
Yes, pale pink blooms can appear almost white in strong midday sun, while showing a richer pink tone in the softer light of early morning or overcast autumn days.
Should this variety be mulched for winter protection at the cooler edge of its zone range?
Should this variety be mulched for winter protection at the cooler edge of its zone range?
Yes, in zone 7 and similar borderline areas, a layer of mulch over the rhizomes can help protect the plant through winter until it re-emerges in spring.
What other autumn-blooming perennials pair well with this in a border?
What other autumn-blooming perennials pair well with this in a border?
Plants like Japanese anemones or asters, which also bloom in late season, can complement this variety's soft pink color and extend autumn interest in a mixed border.