Blue Flower

Blue Plant

Could you tell me the name of this beautiful blue plant? Photo is from a friend but I don't know if it is Missouri or if she vacationed somewhere, I forgot to ask her. It looks like a container plant, in which case it would be an annual in Ohio. The color just took my breath away.
Thanks so much for any help you can give. I love your gardening NL and your website. Keep up the great work you do.
Gerry