This Vulgaris produces a dazzling cluster of striking purple flowers in the spring months, large hairy buds open into a bell shaped flower. This plant gets more established with each passing season, making good sized clumps in any sunny position on a well drained soil. The foliage is fern-like, creating a graceful feel, and an added beauty is that when the flowers are finished, they are followed by silky seed heads which can be collect for sowing.