Perennial: Deer resistant. Coast and clay tolerant. Has striking, smooth, dark chocolatey colored foliage. Good in rock & woodland gardens, pots & borders. Nice cut flower. Attracts butterflies & hummingbirds. Bloom time: spring-summer. Bloom color: cherry-red. Height: 6 inches. Width: 12 inches. Flower height: 12 inches. Exposure: sun/part shade. Water: moderate. USDA Z4-9. PPAF