Shrub: Evergreen. Tolerant of drought, coast, deer, gophers and fire. Border, pot & cut flower plant. Use flowers in cooking & potpourii. Stems are longer than others. Oil can be used for perfume. Attracts bees. Blooms: summer. Color: bright violet blue corolla, dark violet calyx. Ht: 18-36". Stems: 12-14". Exposure: sun. Water: dry. USDA Z5.