I have had Trahlyta for 12 years and I can't imagine not having it. It is a wonderful bloomer and very hardy in my northern climate. It increases rapidly and it grows true to its stats. I have never checked bud count on it but it does bloom for quite a long time. It is sunfast and fertile both ways, setting lots of pods.In the 12 years I have had it, I don't think it has ever not bloomed for me and it has been separated several times. Blooms have also opened well on cold nights for me. Love it!!!