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aka Alum Root or Coral Bells

This is a terrific choice for adding a touch of colour towards the front of a border. The lobed leaves are an attractive minty grey-green with dark veins. Showy sprays of rose-pink flowers appear early summer. Protect from hot afternoon sun to prevent leaf scorch. Remove any winter-burned leaves in the spring, otherwise no pruning is required. Perennial. Evergreen