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Chamerion latifolium

Also Known As

  • Chamaenerion latifolium
  • Chamerion subdentatum
  • Epilobium latifolium
  • Dwarf Fireweed

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 4"-15"
  • W: 4"-24"

planting zones

  • 4a-8b

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Chamerion latifolium plant details

Chamerion latifolium is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and even moisture - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Chamerion latifolium

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: onagraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 IN - 24 IN - wide, 4 IN - 15 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Chamerion latifolium

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - low
Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Occurs naturally near streams and on talus at higher elevations. At lower elevations it is happy in well drained, moist soil and full sun to part shade. Works well along pond edges.

Gardening facts about Chamerion latifolium plant

How to Grow Chamerion latifolium

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - dappled shade
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - drought tolerant

Features

  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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