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TYPE OF PLANT: [CATERPILLAR FOOD PLANT] [BEE & BUTTERFLY NECTAR PLANT]
Habitat: Damp site e.g near a pond, or in a humus-rich border. Sun/partial shade.
Habit: Height up to 120 cm. Perennial.
Flower Color: Spikes of purple flowers in July-August.
Planting Time:
Caterpillar Food Plant for: Small Elephant Hawkmoth and Emperor Moth.
Nectar Plant for: Bees and butterflies.
Please note that this plant should not be used as a wildlife plant in areas outside of the UK, particularly in the USA or Canada. If you want more details about why this plant is not suitable for use in these areas, then visit the following websites:
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