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Spigelia marilandica

Family Spigeliaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Spread 15 - 45 cm (6 - 18 in)
Light partial shade to shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Spigelia marilandica (Indian pink) bears showy and pale yellow flowers during early summer. The foliage is dark green in colour.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, edging, mass planting, waterfront, wild flower and woodland.
Special Characteristics This herbaceous perennial attracts birds and hummingbirds to your garden.