Perennial: Deciduous. Deer resistant. Drought and clay tolerant. Somewhat gopher resistant. Good border, container and rock garden plant. It is sterile, so it flowers non-stop. A vigorous grower. Bloom time: spring-summer. Bloom color: bright magenta. Height: 6-12". Exposure: sun/part shade. Water: moderate. All Sunset Zones. USDA Z4.