| Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
| Life cycle: | Annual |
| Sun Requirements: | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Water Preferences: | Mesic |
| Soil pH Preferences: | Neutral (6.6 – 7.3) |
| Plant Height: | 24 to 36 inches |
| Plant Spread: | 12 to 18 inches |
| Flowers: | Showy |
| Flower Color: | Red |
| Bloom Size: | 5"-6" |
| Flower Time: | Summer Late summer or early fall Fall |
| Uses: | Cut Flower Dried Flower |
| Wildlife Attractant: | Butterflies |
| Resistances: | Drought tolerant |
| Propagation: Seeds: | Provide light Needs specific temperature: 68ºF - 75ºF Days to germinate: 7 to 14 days Depth to plant seed: Sow at depth of approximately 1/8 inch |
| Containers: | Needs excellent drainage in pots |
| Awards and Recognitions: | AAS (All-America Selection®): 1964 National |
