Perennial Subshrub: Evergreen. Tolerates deer, drought, fire & coast. Somewhat gopher resistant. Of the California native, A. maritima. Clumping dark reddish purple grass-like tufts and rose pink ball shaped flower heads in spring-fall. Good rock garden, ground cover, edging, pot, cut flower & border plant. Attracts butterflies. Height: 8 inches. Width: 12 inches. Exposure: sun. Water: moderate/dry. USDA Z4-10.