Blue mistflower (Conoclinium coelestinum)

Description: Small clusters of tiny, fluffy, bluish purple flowers grow on bushy, vigorous plants which have ovate leaves. Great fillers that spread readily. Attractive to butterflies.

Lifespan: Perennial

Light exposure: Full sun to light shade

Bloom color: Bluish purple

Bloom season: Mid-summer to mid-fall

Height (in bloom): Up to 3+ feet

Habitat: Moist woodland edges, pond margins, and disturbed areas

Each packet covers 10 square feet.

Read the Florida Wildflower Foundation's profile of Blue mistflower.