The backbone of old-fashioned cottage gardens, with stately spires of large, delicate, wide open, round flowers. Extremely tough and drought tolerant. Blooms second year after sowing. Colorful spikes can reach 7-8' tall, perfect for back borders or massed in beds near the house. Truly romantic ruffly, double flowers, 3-1/2" across. Zones 4-8. Biennial.