The scientific name of Indian pink
wildflowers is Spigelia marilandica, and they are found across most areas of
the southeastern United States, as far north as New Jersey and also as far west
as Texas. The Indian pink wildflower is threatened in many areas, primarily due
to indiscriminate harvesting by overzealous gardeners. The Indian pink
wildflowers is easy to grow, but if you have a hankering for growing Indian
pink plants, be a good sport and leave the Indian pink wildflowers in their
natural environment. Instead, purchase the plant from a greenhouse or nursery
that specializes in native plants or wildflowers. Continue reading to learn
more about Indian pink wildflowers.
Indian Pink Wildflower Information
This stunning native plant is a
clump-forming perennial that reaches mature heights of about twelve to eighteen
inches. The emerald-green foliage actually provides delightful contrast to the
vivid red flowers, which appear in late spring and early summer. The flared,
tube-shaped flowers are highly attractive to hummingbirds, and also they are even
more interesting by the bright yellow insides that form a star when the bloom
is open.
How to Grow Indian Pink Wildflowers
The Indian pink wildflower is a good
choice for partial shade and doesn’t do well in full sunlight. Although the
plant can easily tolerates full shade, it is likely to be long, leggy, and less
attractive than a plant that gets a few hours of daily sunlight. The Indian
pink wildflower is a woodland plant that actually thrives in rich, moist,
well-drained soil, so dig an inch or 2 of compost or well-rotted manure into
the soil before planting.
How to care for Indian pink
wildflower
Once the plant is established, the
plant gets along just fine with very little attention. The Indian pink
wildflower benefits from regular irrigation, the plant is tough enough to
withstand periods of drought. However, the plants in sunlight actually require
more water than the plants in partial shade. Like most woodland plants, the
Indian pink wildflower performs best in slightly acidic soil. The Indian pink
wildflower will appreciate regular feeding with a fertilizer formulated for
acid-loving plants, such as camellias, rhodies, or azaleas. The Indian pink
wildflower is easy to propagate once the plant is well established in about 3
years. You can also propagate the Indian pink wildflower by taking cuttings in
early spring, or by planting the seeds you have collected from the ripe seed
capsules in summer. Plant the Indian pink wildflower seeds immediately.
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