Perennial Herb: Deciduous. Tolerates drought, clay, heat, & deer. California native. Sends up many thin, erect stems while bearing distinctive long pointed leaved which are narrow, often whorled about the stem. Produces clusters of 2" lavender or lavender tinted white flowers summer-fall. Important host plant for Monarch butterfly caterpillars & nectar source for other butterflies. Ht: 3'. Width: 3'. Sun/part shade. Water: moderate/dry. USDA Z6.