Perennial tuber: Deer resistant. Large, showy blooms are red striped with white. Each bulb produces 2-3 stems with 4-6 flowers per stem. Great for beds, borders, under trees, planted en masse or mixed w/any other flowering bulbs. Excellent cut flower w/long vase life. Can also be grown indoors. Wonderful potted gift! Blms 6-12 weeks after planting. Blm time: winter. Ht.: 1.5-2'. Exp.: sun/pt shade. Water: mod. USDA Z8.