Annual or Short-lived Perennial: The Spring Matrix series features superior branching, uniform flowering & habit, & blooms earlier than the Matrix series. The extra large 3" flowers are held on short, strong stems. Compact, vigorous & heavy-blooming. Good bedding, border or pot plant. Fragrant. Attracts bees, butterflies & hummingbirds. Blooms: fall-spring. Color: deep orange. Size: 6-8 in. x 8-10 in. Exposure: sun/part shade. Water: moderate. USDA Z4.