Fire Pink

Fire Pink

Silene virginica

 

Description: A wildflower with 5 distinctly notched, red petals. Growing 20” tall, this plant blooms during early summer.
Propagation: Seeds
Initial bloom (month and week): June W1
Garden name: Shady Woodland Garden
Color of flower: Red
Height: 1-2′
Spread: 12″
Family: Caryophyllaceae
Soil type: Neutral woodland, sand or loam
Soil moisture: Dry to medium
Light: Part sun to shade
Zone: 4-8