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Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Full Sun
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Water Preferences: Mesic
Soil pH Preferences: Slightly acid (6.1 – 6.5)
Neutral (6.6 – 7.3)
Slightly alkaline (7.4 – 7.8)
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 6b -20.6 °C (-5 °F) to -17.8 °C (0 °F)
Maximum recommended zone: Zone 8b
Plant Height: 4 - 6 inches
Plant Spread: 6 - 8 inches
Leaves: Evergreen
Flowers: Showy
Flower Color: Blue
Bloom Size: Under 1"
Flower Time: Late spring or early summer
Inflorescence Height: 4 inches
Foliage Mound Height: 2 - 4 inches
Underground structures: Taproot
Suitable Locations: Alpine Gardening
Propagation: Other methods: Division
Containers: Suitable in 1 gallon
Needs excellent drainage in pots

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