Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun Full Sun to Partial Shade |
Water Preferences: | Mesic Dry Mesic Dry |
Plant Height: | 12 - 15 inches |
Plant Spread: | 18 - 24 inches |
Leaves: | Unusual foliage color Evergreen Other: The leaves emerge deep red in spring, turning glossy green by the time clusters of dark red blooms appear |
Flowers: | Showy Fragrant |
Flower Color: | Red Other: Very deep crimson red, dark red, brilliant red-black |
Bloom Size: | Under 1" |
Flower Time: | Late spring or early summer Summer Other: Deadheading flowers ensures more flowering throughout the season. |
Suitable Locations: | Xeriscapic |
Uses: | Cut Flower Dried Flower |
Wildlife Attractant: | Bees Butterflies Hummingbirds |
Resistances: | Deer Resistant Rabbit Resistant |
Pollinators: | Moths and Butterflies Bees |
Containers: | Suitable in 3 gallon or larger Needs excellent drainage in pots |
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