Biennial or short lived perennial: A great old-fashioned garden favorite! Makes an attractive backdrop to any garden. Use in borders, cottage gardens or as a focal plant. Excellent cut flower. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. Bloom time: summer. Bloom color: ruffled double and semi-double mix of black currant and white. Height: 5-6 feet. Width: 18-24 inches. Exposure: sun. Water: moderate/moist. USDA Z3-9.