This species is a large flowering hybrid which has deep purple flowers with a silvery reverse to each petal. The flowers are 18cm across and are produced from mid-summer to the early autumn.
| Lifecycle | deciduous |
| Hardiness | Fully hardy: the plant can tolerate temperatures d |
| Height in Metres (Lower) | 1.00 |
| Height in Metres (Higher) | 3.00 |
| Spread in Metres (Lower) | 0.50 |
| Spread in Metres (Higher) | 1.00 |
| Colour of Flowers | rich purple blue |
| Spring Colour | mid green |
| Summer Colour | mid green |
| Autumn Colour | brown shades |
| Flower Bloom Start | Early summer |
| Flower Bloom End | Late summer |
| Water Needs | Semi-moist conditions |
| Light Requirements | partial sun |