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Silene Virginica

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Silene Virginica

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What is the plant

Silene virginica, the fire pink, is a wildflower in the pink family, Caryophyllaceae. It is known for its distinct brilliant red flowers. Each flower is approximately five centimeters in diameter and composed of five notched, brilliant red petals which extend into a long tube. It is a small (20–80 cm tall), short-lived perennial (2–3 years), with lance shaped leaves.

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Humidity

Normal

Lighting

Full Sun

Hardiness zone

4 - 8

Difficulty

Medium

How to Care for the Plant

Water
Tolerates moderate drought once established. Water as needed.
Sunlight
Best grown in full sun to part shade.
Soil
Perform well in most types of soil.

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Temperature
Silene virginica is cold hardy.
Container
The plants do well in a container filled with a potting mix that drains quickly.
Popularity
19 people already have this plant 3 people have added this plant to their wishlists

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