Annual: Tolerates drought and deer. Of the California native, H. annuus. A vigorous and cut flower type. Has a blend of colors ranging from light, lemon yellow to deep, burgundy red. Flowers are 4-8" across. Plants are vigorous and well branched, providing lots of blooms. Good cut flower, border, and container plant. Attracts bees and butterflies. Blooms: spring-fall. Height: 8 feet. Exposure: sun/part shade. Water: moderate.