Perennial Herb: Evergreen. Drought & coast tolerant. CA native. Excellent border or rock garden plant. Does well in high elevations. Needs good drainage. Attracts butterflies & hummers. Bloom time: mid spring-summer. The mouth of the flower has three lower lobes streaked w/dk lines, a hairy throat & a long-haired, protruding staminode that bees love. Blm color: light violet w/pk tinge. Size: 1.5'-2' x 2'-3'. Exp: sun. Water: dry.