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Indian Pinks

Spigelia Marilandica

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Overview

Spigelia marilandica, commonly known as Indian Pink, is a vibrant perennial native to the southeastern U.S. It features brilliant red tubular flowers with yellow throats, blooming in early summer. Reaching 1 to 2 feet in height, this shade-loving plant prefers moist, well-drained soil and can be planted in USDA zones 5-9. Attracts hummingbirds and butterflies, adding dynamic color and ecological value to woodland gardens.

Sun Half, ShadeWater MediumZones 5–9Climate Temperate
Indian Pinks (Spigelia Marilandica) — Spigelia marilandica, commonly known as Indian Pink, is a vibrant perennial native to the southeastern U.S

Culture

Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Medium
USDA zones
5–9

Shape & size

Mature height
1–2 Ft.
Mature width
0.5–1.5 Ft.

Classification

Family
Loganiaceae
Climate
Temperate

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Indian Pinks (Spigelia Marilandica) — this shade-loving plant prefers moist; spigelia marilandica, commonly known as Indian Pink, is a vibrant, image 76
Indian Pinks (Spigelia Marilandica) — Reaching 1 to 2 feet in height; and can tolerate full sun to partial shade, image 75
Indian Pinks (Spigelia Marilandica) — Attracts hummingbirds and butterflies, adding dynamic color and ecological value to woodland gardens; these, image 78
Indian Pinks (Spigelia Marilandica) — It features brilliant red tubular flowers with yellow throats, blooming in early summer; is well-suited for, image 74
Indian Pinks (Spigelia Marilandica) — Spigelia marilandica, commonly known as Indian Pink, is a vibrant perennial native to the southeastern U.S, image 73
Indian Pinks (Spigelia Marilandica) — perennial for half or shade; indian Pink also resists deer, making it a helpful choice for areas prone to, image 72

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