Plant: large rhizomatous perennial to 8'

Origin: garden hybrid, genus is from subtropical and tropical America from South Carolina to Argentina

Zone: 7 - 13

Flowers: terminal flower stalks on stems; colorful, flared petals

Foliage: large, simple leaves.

Culture: sun to part sun in rich soil. Give plenty of space for spreading. Drought tolerant but flowering will suffer. In zone6 mulch heavily after frost. In colder climates lift after and store inside.