Perennial Herb: Evergreen. Tolerates drought, deer, fire, clay & poor soil. Somewhat gopher resistant. Has 4-5" ruby-red to orange-red flower heads fading to salmon rose summer-fall. Good for pots, borders, cut/dried flowers & rock gardens. To use as a lawn, mow before it flowers. Attracts butterflies. Upright, clumping: 2-3' x 2'. Sun. Water: mod/dry. USDA Z3-10.