Swamp Pink

An exceptionally rare (and in fact federally threatened) species of forested wetlands. Produces a long flowering stalk in March-May, topped with an extremely showy and unusual bright pink flowerhead containing startling blue-tipped anthers. Leaves are glossy and somewhat orchid-like, forming a dense evergreen basal rosette. Requires consistently moist soil without flooding; well-adapted to swamp edges and consistently moist wetlands; generally seems to prefer soil with some organic material such as peat. A favorite of early spring hummingbirds. Major threats to this species include habitat loss and plant collection, so always be sure to buy nursery-grown plants. Was native to New York City before the area was drained and developed, now considered extirpated in NY state.

6 inches tall, flower stalk up to 3 feet tall
Plant Hardiness Zones: 6a-7b
Perennial

Native Range: NJ south to GA. Federally threatened throughout its range. Considered extirpated in NY.

Germination - Easy: Wet pack- plant upon receipt. No treatment. Keep seed refrigerated. Plant in at least 20% peatmoss

Swamp Pink in a Wet-Pack Seed Packet* $7.00 (Temporarily Sold Out*)

* Our "wet-pack" seed packets are a more complex version of our normal seed packets, and have been designed (and tested)for species whose seeds require additional care and packaging to keep them healthy. Please follow the species-specific germination instructions found on the seed envelope carefully, and be gentle with any roots that may have started to sprout; just because they've produced roots, doesn't mean they're ready to grow!

*We normally carry this item but are temporarily sold out. We expect to have it available again as soon as our plants in production reach sufficient size/maturity or we harvest more seed. In some cases, plants may be recovering from caterpillar damage (Monarchs love our Milkweed), wind or hail damage, rampaging woodchucks, downed trees, or other natural issues. We are constantly updating our web site so please check back again.

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