Perennial: Semi-evergreen. Deer, clay & drought tolerant. Somewhat gopher resistant. Pot, ground cover & border plant with fragrant leaves. Blooms: spring-summer. Color: magenta red w/red sepals. Growth: large, thick rhizomes (big rooots) rise out of the soil & slowly spread across the surface, 1-1.5' x 2'. Sun/light shade. Water: moderate. USDA Z4-9.