Flower buds are dark crimson.
New leaves are crimson, quickly changing to dark green.
Current season's shoots are also crimson providing a contrast to the green foliage. Seed productions modest and seed viability is low which probably contributes to the long bloom period. Red Rocket grows and flowers best when not pruned back in winter. Because viable seeds are not produced, pruning is not required. Raspberry Sundae grows and flowers best when NOT pruned back in winter.