Beautiful, flat-topped flower clusters attract butterflies to the garden. Foliage is typically lacy and aromatic. Nice in cottage or wild gardens. Flowers are a superb addition to arrangements, fresh or dried. An open location with well-drained soil is ideal.

Profuse flowers are a favorite of hummingbirds and make a striking addition to the cutting, flower, or rock garden. Attractive planted with ferns, hosta, pulmonaria, or at the base of larger perennials such as baptisia or delphinium. Prefers moist, well-drained soil.

Beautifully variegated grass is lovely in the perennial garden, landscape, or at water's edge. Mauve spikes dry to a buff color and are excellent as dried flowers or left on the plant for winter interest. Forms neat clumps that are ideal for small gardens.