Plant family: Papilionaceae

Genus: Dalea

Species: Purpurea

 500 mg packet

Plant type: Perennial

Colors: Violet, Lavender, Purple

Bloom time: Mid summer

Height: 12" - 36"

Light requirements: Full sun to partial shade

Soil needs: Moderately fertile, well drained, rich soil with a ph of 6.6 - 8.5.

Care: Plant established plants 12" -18" apart. For best effect plant 6 or more in a group. Root stimulator will encourage quicker rooting and stronger root system. Use a slow release fertilizer at planting time or begin using water-soluble fertilizer at planting time and continue to use every 3 weeks throughout the growing season. Apply 3" of vegetative mulch around plants in summer to help retain soil moisture. Dead head to keep plants neat,  encourage re-blooming and prevent self seeding.

Propagation: Sow seeds directly into garden in the fall or sow indoors 6 - 8 weeks prior to last frost. Soak seeds in water for 24 hours prior to planting.  Sprinkle seeds over soil mix and cover to a depth of 1/8". Thoroughly moisten soil and keep moist throughout germination. Soil should not be soggy.  Transplant to garden when all danger of frost is gone.