A pollinator magnet for native bees, beneficial wasps, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Open-pollinated, native plant seeds in hand-printed packages.
PLANT: Clusters of tiny, subtle tubular red flowers bloom from late summer to fall on a large spike, adding vertical interest to the fall garden. The tall, upright stems rise above the foliage, with rough, dark green leaves providing texture, changing to maroon in the fall. Though not a conspicuous bloomer, this plant rewards a closer look for its unique flower structure and ornamental seed pods.
FAUNA: A native pollinator magnet, attracting native bees, butterflies, other insects, and hummingbirds. Larval host to many species of Checkerspot butterflies, including the Baltimore Checkerspot.
ORIGIN/CULTURE: Native to Eastern North America, found in woodland edges, meadows, and stream banks. Prefers moist, well-drained soil. A great choice for low-maintenance, naturalistic landscapes.
HEIGHT: 5’-7’
ZONES: 4-8, Full sun to part shade
GERMINATION: Sow outdoors in fall. For indoor or spring planting, cold stratify seeds at 40°F for 30-60 days before spring planting to mimic winter cold period. An easy method is to put the seeds in the fridge in a resealable bag mixed with a small amount of barely moist growing medium or sand.
