Perennial Herb: Evergreen. Tolerates drought and fire. Plants have unusual fuzzy flowers that resemble kangaroo paws. Excellent landscape, bedding, border, rock garden, and container plant. Good cut and dried flower. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. Bloom time: spring-summer. Bloom color: dark red. Upright clumping growth habit. Height: 12-18 inches. Width: 12-18 inches. Exposure: sun/part shade. Water: moderate. USDA Z9.