Deciduous shrub with heart-shaped leaves and clusters of fragrant flower heads. The variegated foliage has 4 colors of green & cream on the leaves. Resistant to oak root fungus and deer. Good border and container plant. Attracts butterflies. Blooms: summer-fall. Color: red aging pink. Height: 3-4'. Exposure: sun/part shade. Water: moderate. USDA Z8. PPAF