Perennial: Decid., deer & drought tolerant. Native to Russia & extremely cold hardy. Rare & unique flower color for its genus. Multiple throngs of upright spires, bear crimson flowers that emerge from a basal rosette. Good in containers, borders, against walls & on slopes. Prune lightly to keep bushy. Attracts butterflies, birds & bees. Blms: spring-summer. Color: crimson. Size: 2.5-3' x 15-18". Exp.: sun. Water: mod./dry. Z5.