Perennial: Evergreen. Drought, deer, coast and clay tolerant. Clump forming tufts of green scallop-edged foliage.. Flower stalks rise above the foliage carrying tiny bell-shaped blooms. Good rock, woodland, edge, cut flower, container, and border plant. Attracts butterflies & hummingbirds. Bloom time: late spring to summer. Bloom color: bright scarlet red. Height: 28 inches. Exposure: sun/part shade. Water: moderate/dry. USDA Z3.