An upright, clumping perennial known for its vibrant, deep scarlet-red, tubular flowers that bloom from mid-to-late summer. It features fragrant, dark green foliage with a minty scent when crushed, and the flowers, often surrounded by reddish or purplish bracts, attract pollinators like butterflies and hummingbirds. This plant grows to about 80-90 cm tall and requires full sun to partial shade, good air circulation to prevent powdery mildew, and consistently moist but well-drained soil.