20 ROYAL RED CATCHFLY Hummingbird & Endangered Native Flower Silene Regia Seeds

Description:
Name: Royal Red Catchfly
Scientific name: Silene Regia
Color: Scarlet Red
Plant seeds: Fall sow seeds or cold stratify
Bloom time: June – Aug
Hardiness zone: 4 – 9
Plant height: 36 – 48″
Plant spacing: 12 – 24″
Light requirements: Sun – Part Shade
Soil & water preferences: Average – Dry
Quantity: 20 Seeds
Other: The Royal Red Catchfly is native to parts of the US, but has become quite rare due to loss of habitat. The name Catchfly refers to the sticky substance in the plant’s calyx that can trap small insects. The plants can tolerate shallow, rocky, or sandy soil. The large star shaped red flowers measure 2” wide and attract butterflies, including the Swallowtail. The flowers are pollinated by the ruby-throated hummingbird, featuring a 1” long calyx perfect for long beaks.

Materials:
– Seeds
– Ziplock Poly Bag
– Labeled with Color Photo, Plant Stats, and Planting Instructions.