Indian Pink – Spigelia marilandica Live Bare Root Perennial | Dormant Garden Starter | Hummingbird & Butterfly Friendly | Shade Loving Native Wildflower

Add a splash of vibrant color to your garden with this live Indian Pink (Spigelia marilandica) bare root perennial, shipped dormant and ready for planting. Known for its stunning red tubular flowers with bright yellow throats, this North American native is a favorite of hummingbirds, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators. Perfect for woodland gardens, shaded borders, cottage gardens, and native plant landscapes, Indian Pink is an easy-care perennial that returns year after year with spectacular blooms. Bare root plants are shipped dormant without soil, making them lightweight, healthy, and ready to establish quickly once planted. Please note that this dormant plant will begin active growth the following spring.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Indian Pink bare root plant
✔️ Dormant bare root perennial
✔️ Healthy, viable root system
✔️ No soil or foliage (ships dormant)
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Indian Pink
Botanical Name: Spigelia marilandica
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial wildflower
Growth Stage: Dormant bare root
Sun Requirements: Partial shade to full shade; tolerates morning sun
Soil: Rich, moist, well-draining soil
Watering: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist while establishing
Mature Height: 18–24 inches
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Zones: 5–9
Container Friendly: Yes

💡 Care Tip: Plant the bare root as soon as possible after arrival in moist, well-draining soil. Position the crown just below the soil surface and water thoroughly after planting. Mulch lightly to help retain moisture. Dormant plants may not produce visible growth until spring, which is completely normal.