I've had Chicago Apache for a few seasons now. It has been a very reliable plant for me with decent increase each year and lots of blooms even though I have it in a spot that gets a touch too much shade.. It also blooms on the late side of the season for me as well. Blooms a very bright red for me with lighter midribs. Much brighter than all my other red, if not quite as saturated as some. Sets pods without trouble.