Perennial treated as an annual: Deer resistant. The Wildfire Series is bred for a spreading growth habit. It is great for beds, borders, ground cover, & various kinds of containers for instant color. Foliage: deeply cut dark burgundy leaves with hot pink centers. Blooms: summer-fall. Color: blue purple. Low, spreading growth habit. Height: 8 in. Width: 24 in. Exposure: part shade/shade. Thrives in moist spots in moist, rich well-draining soil.USDA Z10-11.