Indian Pink (Spigelia marilandica)

Indian Pink (Spigelia marilandica)Hardy, late spring to summer blooming, native perennial Description: Unusual flowers very attractive to hummingbirds begin as bright red, elongated buds that peel back at the tips to reveal soft yellow interiors; glossy green, lance shaped foliage Habit: Grows 1 2 high and 1 wide; upright, clump forming; allow 2 3 years to establish Culture: Prefers partial shade and moist but well drained, humus rich woodland loam Hardiness: Cold hardy to USDA Zone 5

Early 20th-century southern garden writer Elizabeth Lawrence was partial to its long-flowering display

Habit: Reaches 20' high and wide

late spring to summer-flowering bulb

ISBN-13: ‎  978-1936520046

Publication date:  April 4

but it is also delicious when eaten fresh or cooked in pies

Description: Hardy biennial

after Leslie Hubricht

Hang it in your closet

each threaded onto an iron spindle

perennial North American native

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