Pinks are especially popular as edging plants or in the rock garden. The Early Bird™ series are exceptionally early, long-flowering and fragrant. This selection forms a low, grassy blue-green cushion, bearing upright stems of double lavender-pink flowers with a maroon eye, appearing early spring and lasting through to late summer. Drought tolerant once established. Shear lightly after blooming. Flowers may attract butterflies. Excellent choice for window boxes and containers. Evergreen. Sun Exposure Full Sun Soil Moisture Dry Flower Colour Light Pink Mauve/Lilac Blooming Time Early Summer Mid Summer Late Summer Early Spring Mid Spring Late Spring Foliage Color Blue Grey Green Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form Alpine & Rock Attracts Butterflies Attracts Hummingbirds Border Containers Cut Flower Deer Resistant Drought Tolerant Edging Evergreen Fragrant Height 4-6 inches Spread 8-12 inches
