A densely branched shrub known for its extended bloom season, covering itself in lavender-pink flowers with deep red centers from midsummer into fall. Handsome, leathery dark green foliage backs the blooms and holds up well to drought and air pollution, while hummingbirds and pollinators flock to the flowers. Producing little to no seed means no volunteer seedlings to manage. Its strong drought tolerance once established makes it a dependable choice for North Texas summers, working well as an informal hedge or screening plant.