Annual: A very easy to grow early spring annual. Deer resistant. Bears clusters of 2-3" trumpet shaped, velvet-like blooms. The contrasting colors create a truly exotic wonder. Nice cut flower. Great cottage, bed, border or container plant. Attracts hummingbirds. Bloom time: summer-fall. Bloom color: deep purple & red w/golden-yellow veining & markings. Height: 12-16". Width: 10-12". Exposure: sun. Water: moderate. Half hardy.