Give it consistently moist to wet soil for best performance. It tolerates periodic flooding and standing water, but it is not happy in dry ground. Plant it in full sun for the strongest flowering, though it will also grow well in part shade, especially where afternoons are hot.

At maturity, expect about 60-96 inches of height, with a broad, spreading habit that can reach roughly 48-72 inches wide. The rounded form works well as a specimen at the water's edge, in a native planting, or in a shrub border where you want summer bloom and seasonal texture.

Pollinators flock to the fragrant blooms, and the plant's persistent seed heads can add interest later in the year. Pruning is usually optional; if you need to control size, shape it in early spring before new growth begins. Mulch the root zone to help retain moisture, and water regularly during establishment.

• Cold hardiness zone: 5-9 (-20 degrees F) - Contact your local extension to confirm hardiness if you are in a fringe zone (we cannot guarantee hardiness in fringe zones)
• Light: Full sun   Part sun
• Mature height: 60-96"
• Spread: 48-72"
• Tolerant of: Wet Conditions
• Attracts: Butterflies, Hummingbirds
• Good for erosion control: Yes
• Fragrant: Yes
• Native to the U.S.: Yes