Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
Water Preferences: | In Water Wet Wet Mesic |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 4a -34.4 °C (-30 °F) to -31.7 °C (-25 °F) |
Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 8b |
Plant Height: | 24 - 36 inches |
Plant Spread: | 24 - 30 inches |
Leaves: | Unusual foliage color Other: Maroon leaves in spring, which age to a blend of olive green and bronze |
Flowers: | Showy |
Flower Color: | Red Other: Tomato red |
Flower Time: | Summer Late summer or early fall Other: July - September |
Uses: | Cut Flower |
Wildlife Attractant: | Butterflies Hummingbirds |
Resistances: | Deer Resistant Rabbit Resistant |
Toxicity: | Leaves are poisonous Other: Foliage contains alkaloids which are very toxic to humans if ingested. |
Propagation: Seeds: | Will not come true from seed |
Containers: | Suitable in 3 gallon or larger Needs excellent drainage in pots |
Miscellaneous: | Patent/Plant Breeders' Rights: PP21,958 |