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Distribution:  Caucusus mountains in Europe.

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Hardiness Zone:  USDA Zones 4-9       (view USDA zone map)

Size:   18-30 in. by 1.5 ft.

Form:   Herbaceous perennial.

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Stem/Bud:   Stems are erect and leafy.

Leaves:   Leaves are 1-2 pinnately divided, 2 in. long, coarsely serrated, green and covered with silver hairs underneath.

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Flower:   Flowers are solitary, purple to rose-pink or pink, 2 in. wide and have fringed, spiny bracts on slender peduncles; flowering June, July, to August.

Fruit:   Fruit are achenes.

Uses:   Use in perennial beds.

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Culture:   Grow in full sun in light, dry, well-drained soil.

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