Perennial treated as an Annual: 2024 Greenhouse Grower Editor's Choice Award. Deer resistant. A "wow" plant with beautiful foliage plant has exciting "fishbone" shaped maroon leaves that have a purple midrib & pretty lime outlines. Great for beds, borders, & various pots where it brings instant color. Blooms: summer-fall. Color: blue. Compact, neat, & tidy. Ht: 12-16 in. Expos: pt shade. Thrives in moist spots in rich well-draining soil. USDA Z10-11.