Perennial: Evergreen. Deer, drought and fire tolerant. The Delilah Series flower early, are compact and low maintenance, and have vibrant, semi-double blooms. Flowers have a spicy clove-like fragrance. Good border, rock garden, cut flower, and container plant. Attracts bees and butterflies. Blooms: spring-fall. Color: deep magenta with soft lavender outlines and frilly edges. Compact, mounding habit. Height: 8-10 inches. Width: 12-14 inches. Exposure: sun/part shade. Water: moderate. USDA Z4-9.