Perennial: Tapien's are the ultimate flowering ground cover & basket plant making a perfect blanket covered with abundant, long lasting clusters of bright blue violet flowers. Long bloom season. Fast & easy. Ht: 6-8", Spd: 12-36". Sun/part shade. Mildew resistant, drought/heat tolerant & more winter hardy than typical verbenas. Fire retardant. This improved variety has broader lvs and is a little taller than the original. USDA Z8.