Pollinator favorite · Sunny gardens
Growing conditions
- Sun: Full sun to part sun (best flowering in full sun)
- Soil: Average to dry (adaptable)
Plant details
- Size: ~2–4 ft tall × 1–2 ft wide
- Blooms: Early to late summer
- Deer resistant: Yes
Why we love it
- Cylindrical, bottlebrush-shaped blooms bring strong vertical interest
- Long bloom period through much of the summer
- Leaves release a soft anise scent when touched
Why wildlife loves it
- Nectar source for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators
- Host plant for several species of moths
Fun to see
- Native bees climb the flower spike like a ladder, dipping into the tiny tubular blooms as they gather nectar.
What to expect at pickup
Ground covers and ferns are sold as young, well rooted plugs. Shrubs are sold in 1 gallon containers.
Because this is a fall collection, some plants may have limited foliage or may be beginning to enter dormancy at pickup. This is a normal seasonal change. Their roots are healthy and ready to establish after planting.
Before you order
All orders are for pickup at the Montclair Farmers Market.
• Choose your pickup Saturday at checkout
• Orders must be picked up on that date
• Plants are living and may vary in appearance
• All sales are final once plants are picked up
• Please check your plants at pickup — we can only address issues at that time
