Cormous perennial that sends up strappy foliage in spring that is dormant by summer with naked blooms, 4-6 tall, in fall veryclose to true pink, opens goblet shaped, opening almost flat with fluffy overlapping petals in fall. Thrives in sun in well-drained soil, appreciates moisture during growth and bloom periods, fine with dry during summer dormancy. Deer/critter resistant. All parts are toxic.