Francoa sonchifolia

A rosette-forming perennial which has broadly lance-shaped, variably and deeply lobed basal leaves. In midsummer, unbranched stems bear compact racemes of pink flowers with darker pink markings, opening from deep pink buds.

Grow in humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Protect from winter wet. It will reach a height of 60-90cm and a spread of 45cm.