Perennial Herb or Subshrub: Tolerates drought, deer & gophers. Fire retardant. Much smaller & more compact than the species. Yellow & green variegated foliage give the plant an interesting look even before bloom season. Attracts butterflies & hummingbirds. Bushy shrub that produces long, slender velvety spikes late in the season. Bloom color: purple w/purple calyx. Height: 2-3'. Width: 2-3'. Exp.: sun/part shade. Water: mod.dry. USDA Z8.