
Life Cycle
Perennial
Plant Characteristics
Pinecone-shaped blooms
Growth Habit
Upright / Clump-Forming
Bloom Season
Late Spring
Flavour Profile
Ornamental / Fragrant
Suitable for
Outdoor
Seed Type
Open-pollinated
Plant Type
Flowering Perennial
Planting Season
Spring
Fruit Size
N/A
Plant Height
Medium
Light Requirement
Full Sun / Partial Shade
Water Needs
Moderate
Hardiness Zones
4–9
Container Garden
Yes
Plant Spacing
30–45 cm
Planting Depth
0.5–1 cm
Growing Conditions
Well-Drained Soil
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the flowers look like pinecones?
What makes the flowers look like pinecones?
The flower heads develop a distinctive cone-like structure, giving the plant its unusual ornamental appearance.
Can this plant be used in a pollinator garden?
Can this plant be used in a pollinator garden?
Yes. The product page notes that its flowers can attract pollinators.
Is this flower suitable for a border planting?
Is this flower suitable for a border planting?
Yes. Its upright, clump-forming habit works well for borders and structured garden beds.
Does it tolerate partial shade?
Does it tolerate partial shade?
Yes. The growing guidance lists full sun to partial shade as suitable exposure.
How can the flowering period be extended?
How can the flowering period be extended?
Removing spent flowers can encourage additional flowering during the growing season.
Can it be grown in a container?
Can it be grown in a container?
Yes. The product guidance specifically lists containers as a suitable use.