Striking magenta-whitish blooms are displayed in a dense array atop tall stems. Enjoys wet soils, and is found naturally growing near ponds or in marshy areas. A prolific species that spreads via rhizome and can fill in a large garden space effectively. Pollinators love visiting this flower because it produces large amounts of nectar. Stems remain pointed in the orientation they directed, hence the name obedient plant.

Height : 3-4 feet (90-120cm) Spread : 1-2 feet (30-60 cm)

Bloom Period : August to October

Light : Full to Partial Sun

Water : Medium to wet

Soil : Sand, loam, clay

Zone : 3-9

Native Habitat : Pond margins, wet meadows, riverbanks

Landscape Uses : Rain gardens, wetland areas, naturalized areas