Fire Pink, also known as Scarlet Catchfly, is a perennial wildflower native to the eastern and midwestern United States where it can often be found growing in rich woods, open woodlands and meadows, and on rocky slopes.
Plant grows to about 2 feet in height and produces fiery red flowers that bloom from May through July.
Attracts bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators, as well as hummingbirds who can't get enough of the nectar-rich blooms!
Direct sow in late fall by lightly pressing the seeds into the soil's surface. For spring planting, mix seeds with moist sand and store in the refrigerator for 60 days (cold stratification) before sowing.