Scarlet Paintbrush Seed Packet
SKU: AM013155
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Overview
This rare wildflower lights up the summer garden with orange/red, show flowers. The bright blooms also attract hummingbirds and butterflies! Biennial.
key features
Botanical Name
Castilleja coccinea
Advantages
Native, Bee Friendly, Attracts Hummingbirds, Deer Resistant, Low Maintenance, Long Bloom Time, Naturalizes, Mass Plantings
Growing Zones
Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8
Life Cycle
Perennial
Light Requirements
Full Sun
Soil Moisture
Average
Mature Height
12-18" tall
Seed Coverage
covers 30-40 square feet
Bloom Time
Late spring to mid summer
SKU
AM013155
Description
Scarlet Paintbrush, also known as Painted Cup or Indian Paintbrush, is a biennial wildflower native to the United States. It is beloved for its bright, fiery blooms and long blooms. It thrives in sunny areas that have well-draining soil. It can be tricky to grow from seed but absolutely worth the effort!
