Plant Habit: | Herb/Forb |
Life cycle: | Perennial |
Sun Requirements: | Full Sun |
Water Preferences: | Mesic |
Soil pH Preferences: | Neutral (6.6 – 7.3) |
Minimum cold hardiness: | Zone 3 -40 °C (-40 °F) to -37.2 °C (-35) |
Maximum recommended zone: | Zone 8b |
Plant Height: | 12-15 inches |
Plant Spread: | 18-20 inches |
Leaves: | Unusual foliage color Other: Dark reddish-green turning dark red in high light. |
Flowers: | Showy |
Flower Color: | Red |
Bloom Size: | Under 1" |
Flower Time: | Summer Late summer or early fall |
Uses: | Groundcover Cut Flower |
Wildlife Attractant: | Butterflies |
Propagation: Other methods: | Cuttings: Stem Other: Tissue Culture |
Containers: | Suitable in 3 gallon or larger Needs excellent drainage in pots |