A truly gorgeous, yet short-lived perennial that can be 8 to 32"tall. The red flowers are 1.5" wide and have 5 narrow notched petals with pretty yellow stamens that extend past the center. Look for this common wildflower in rich woods, open woodlands and rocky slopes. Blooming April thru June.
Friday, May 13, 2011
Fire Pink (Silene virginica)
A truly gorgeous, yet short-lived perennial that can be 8 to 32"tall. The red flowers are 1.5" wide and have 5 narrow notched petals with pretty yellow stamens that extend past the center. Look for this common wildflower in rich woods, open woodlands and rocky slopes. Blooming April thru June.
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