(tha-LIK-truim)
A tall species for a sunny location in moist soil, will grow in open shade too. Plants grow 4 to 8 feet tall and might need staking in rich soils under windy conditions. Produces clouds of purple tinted to lilac-pink flowers in summer. Attractive tall plants for the lightly shaded spot or in good, moisture retentive soils in full sun. This species is native from Japan.
Zones 5-8. Use 3-4 weeks at 65-75ºF, if no germination., 30 days at 30-39ºF, then back to 65-75ºF
50 seeds.
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