Violet-purple flower heads followed by purple-rust seed clusters on sturdy stems with green lanceolate leaves. Plant can be cut back to the gRounded when 24" tall to encourage a shorter blooming plant. Grow in consistently moist, slightly acidic soil.
| Scientific Name: | V. noveboracensis | 
| Zone: | 4 | 
| Light: | Sun | 
| Height: | 72" | 
| Width: | 2-3' | 
| New Shape: | Upright | 
| Foliage: | Green | 
| Flower: | Violet-purple | 
| Bloom Time: | Jun-Aug | 
