Spigelia marilandica 'Little Redhead'
$32.00 / 1G
Indian Pink ·
Indian Pink
Spigelia marilandica 'Lttle Redhead'
Indian pink is an excellent source of nectar for hummingbirds. Plants form clumps with glossy green foliage topped by crimson red, trumpet-shaped flowers tipped in yellow. When a large colony is in bloom, it is a spectacular sight
Description
Spigelia marilandica 'Little Redhead', commonly known as Indian Pink, is a herbaceous perennial valued for its bright red flowers during summer. It typically matures 1–2 feet tall and 0.5–1.5 feet wide. Grow it in partial to deep shade in moist, well-drained garden soil. Its native range or documented parentage is East central and southeastern United States. Flowers are attractive to hummingbirds. In the landscape, it works well in accent, naturalized area, and woodland. Once established, it shows useful tolerance to drought and fire.
Benefits
Brings movement to the garden by drawing hummingbirds and other flower visitors. Offers native-plant character in a garden-friendly selected form.
Features
Spigelia marilandica 'Little Redhead' produces red flowers and provides cultivar-specific ornamental interest.
Usage/Use
Mixed border, pollinator garden, cottage garden, mass planting
| Spigelia marilandica 'Little Redhead' | |
| Indian Pink | |
| 'Little Redhead | |
| No | |
| Best grown in full sun to part sun with average moisture. | |
| Full Sun to Part Sun; Average moisture; Well-drained average garden soil. Water regularly the first season, then adjust to plant preference. | |
| Garden origin / cultivated selection | |
| Native Cultivar (Nativar) | |
| Yes | |
| East central and southeastern United States | |
| Yes |
| 4 - 9 | |
| Hardy in USDA Zones 4–9; protect roots during establishment. | |
| Full Sun | |
| Loam | |
| 6 - 8 | |
| 1 - 3 ft | |
| 1 - 3 ft | |
| Medium | |
| 1 - 3 ft |
| Yes | |
| Longtime | |
| Mid-Summer | |
| None | |
| Red | |
| Green | |
| Green foliage | |
| Butterflies | |
| Native Garden | |
| Flower Interest | |
| Sun-Loving Perennials | |
| Upright | |
| Average | |
| Fall, Spring, Summer |
| Average Water | |
| Well-drained | |
| Water deeply during establishment; after established, water based on rainfall and soil moisture. | |
| Low | |
| Water regularly during establishment, mulch to conserve moisture, and cut back/prune at the proper seasonal time. |