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Description: Shorter and blooms earlier than Royal Catchfly, leaves are thinner and flower petals have notches (“pinking”). Brilliant red showy flowers bloom on stems rising above four-inch long basal leaves. A beautiful and showy native wildflower that does best in light shade in average well drained soil. A shockingly crimson flower found in dry open woodlands. This tough, heat and drought tolerant peren- nial is a favorite with hummingbirds. | ||||
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Plant Facts... Plant Type: Herbaceous Perennial Growing Zones: 4 - 8 Sun Exposure: Partial Shade Hardy To: -25°F Bloom Color: Red Width: (at 10 years) 9 - 18 in. Height: (at 10 years) 12 - 18 in. |