This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.

• Position: full sun or partial shade
• Soil: fertile, humus-rich, moist, well-drained soil
• Rate of growth: average
• Flowering period: July to October
• Hardiness: fully hardy
  
  Nectar-filled, coral-red flowers, loved by pollinators are held on stout stems from late summer to autumn. 'Poco Red' is a compact, clump-forming, deciduous perennial with arching, linear, dark green leaves. A great container or small garden plant.
  
  
• Garden care: In autumn remove and compost the faded flower spikes and apply a deep dry mulch such as pine needles around the crown of the plant. Cut back to the ground in spring to keep the foliage fresh-looking. Divide and replant overcrowded colonies in spring.