Perennial: Deer resistant. Coast & clay tolerant. In the spring the new foliage emerges purple. Through the season, the foliage matures to dp green w/reddish purple veining & a light silver overlay. Good in rock & woodland gardens, pots & borders. Nice cut flower. Attracts butterflies & hummingbirds. Blms: spring-summer. Blm color: creamy white, 12" above the foliage. Ht: 8-12". Sp: 16". Pt shade/shade. Water: mod. USDA Z4.