Perennial: Long lasting cut flower. Excellent for borders and containers. Attracts hummingbirds. Beautiful foliage. Goes semi-dormant for the summer, re-emerging in September. Bloom time: summer. Bloom color: red with white and green specks. Height: 1-1.5'. Exposure: sun/part shade. Water: moderate/moist. Tolerates bog, deer & drought. USDA Z7.