Perennial: Deer and rabbit resistant. Semi-evergreen. The Sun Buddies series are continuous flowering, disease resistant, sterile and self-cleaning, and drought and heat resistant. Good bedding, container and border plant. Nice cut flower. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. Bloom time: summer-fall. Bloom color: deep red. Height: 12-20 inches. Exposure: sun/part shade. Water: moderate/dry. USDA Z4.