Perennial Herb: Tolerates drought, heat, coast, deer, fire & poor soil. Somewhat gopher resistant. Has brick red to burnt orange flower heads maturing to terracotta summer-fall. Good for pots, borders, cut/dried flower & rock gardens. To use as a lawn, mow before it flowers. Attracts butterflies. Upright, clumping: 1-2' x 1-2'. Sun. Water: mod/dry. USDA Z3-9.