Rhexia virginica (Meadow Beauty)

Sun to Part SunZone: 3-9 12" tall Origin: USA

Web-Only! This commonly seen US native, from Canada south to FL, is surprisingly absent from American gardens. In appearance, it is a dwarf hardy version of its cousin, tibouchina. The 1' tall upright stems are topped with clusters of outfacing violet flowers from early August until frost. While R. virginica is most at home in moist, acidic soils, we have found it to be extremely adaptable to much higher pH soils as well as in typical non-bog garden sites. A well-grown R. virginica makes a large patch to 3' wide in 3 years that integrates nicely with neighboring plants. If your garden needs a color boost in late summer and fall, rhexia is for you. Pot size: 24 fl. oz (709.77 ml)