The word “Low” does not describe the height of this lovely, fragrant perennial. It stands 2½ – 3’, which makes it a good fit mid-border, or even back-of-the-border in smaller settings. It brings a cheerful, informal look to plantings of any size. 

Rather, the name honors the owner of the Irish garden where ‘Walker’s Low’ originated – where its soft mounds of gray-green foliage and loose spikes of lavender-blue flowers, from late spring well into summer, were first appreciated. 

‘Walker’s Low’ was introduced to the trade in Europe in 1988. It soon crossed the ocean and became a hit here in America. It’s great for attracting hummingbirds, butterflies and various pollinators. Bonus: Deer don’t like it! 

In 2007 the Perennial Plant Association honored it as the Perennial Plant of the Year, which tells you it’s a solid performer across a wide range of terrains and climates. More recently it posted high scores in trials at the University of Georgia, so you know it can take the heat. In fact, it’s hardy all the way from Zone 3 to 9. And unlike some in the genus, it won’t split and sprawl.

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