Annual or Biennial Herb: Heat and drought tolerant. Easy to grow and produces masses of flowers. Good border, edging, container, and cut flower plant. Great for cutting and drying. Has a 10 day vase life. Attracts bees. Exceptionally long flowering season. Bloom time: summer-fall. Bloom color: vibrant deep blue bracts. Bushy, upright growth habit. Height: 30-40 inches. Exposure: sun/part shade. Water: moderate.