Compact plant up to 0.8 metres, and a width of 0.6 to 1 metre. Grey-green leaves. Flower spikes appear in early summer. The pea-like flowers that vary in colour from light blue to deep violet. The flowers bloom from spring to summer.

Hardiness zones: 3-9

Seeds per packet: 5

Note: Ornamental use only. This plant and/or seeds may be poisonous.

Germination: Sow the seeds just under the surface and water in. Leave them at room temperature for 4 weeks. This helps break the phytohormones which inhibit germination. They will not grow yet. Then a cooling period is required. Cover them with plastic and place in a fridge for 80 days. Be sure they stay moist. After the cold-moist stratification period they are then brought back to a cool room (15-18C, 59-68F) for them to germinate. Germination is generally 30-60 days after the warming period, though some can take longer.