Lava Flow has been in my garden for two growing seasons. This photo is one from last year. In that first season, it started blooming July 8 and continued until Aug 1, early for here. Height last season was 24", bud count of 8 on 2 way branching. It was moved so this year, just getting re-established. Increase has been good with doubling of fans over the two year period. This one stands out in the garden because of its intense coloring early when little else is blooming. Seems to handle our freeze/thaw winters well.