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Forged by Fire™ Silene, also known as Catchfly, is a compact perennial with abundant rich-red blooms that rise above tidy green foliage in spring. Its flower display creates a pollinator-friendly garden accent, and its upright yet compact habit makes it versatile in borders, beds, and containers.
This perennial works well in mixed plantings, pollinator gardens, and sunny rock garden spaces where early season color and activity are desired. Its vibrant red flowers and compact form make it a standout in landscape designs.
Forged by Fire™ Silene Care
Plant Forged by Fire™ Silene in full to part sun (about 3–6+ hours of direct sunlight per day). Provide well-drained soil and water regularly while the plant becomes established. Maintain even moisture during dry spells to support strong growth and flowering.
Forged by Fire™ Silene Spacing
Once mature, Forged by Fire™ Silene typically reaches about 12 to 18 inches tall and 10 to 12 inches wide. Space plants approximately 12 inches apart for mass plantings or allow individual specimens room to show in mixed beds.
Forged by Fire Silene Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 4 - 8 |
| Light Exposure: Full to Part Sun (3–6+ hrs/day) |
| Mature Height: 12 - 18 Inches |
| Mature Spread: 10 - 12 Inches |
| Spacing: 12 Inches |
| Bloom Time: Spring |
| Flower Color(s): Red |
| Flower Description: Rich-red blooms above green foliage |
| Common Name: Forged by Fire Silene |
| Botanical Name: Silene virginica ‘Sil005’ USPP36247 |
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Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.
Also Known As:
Quart
Plant Age:
~ 6 months - 1 year
Plant Size:
~ 4"-8"
Pot Size:
~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
Volume:
1.50 quarts
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
Also Known As:
#2 Container
2 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1.5 - 3 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-18"
Pot Size:
~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
Volume:
1.19-1.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#3 Container
3 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 2 - 4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 12"-30"
Pot Size:
~9.5"H x 11"W
Volume:
2.32-2.76 gallons
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons
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Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2026. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.
Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
| Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
|---|---|
| Zone 10 | March 30th |
| Zone 9 | March 30th |
| Zone 8 | April 6th |
| Zone 7 | April 13th |
| Zone 6b | April 20st |
| Zone 6a | April 27th |
| Zone 5b | May 4th |
| Zone 5a | May 11th |
| Zone 4 | May 18th |
| Zone 3 | May 25th |
Note: These are only estimated ship dates. Plants may ship out later depending on weather & growing conditions of the plant.
Note: Only plants indicated as pre-order will ship as shown above. All other plants and hard goods will ship as normal.
Plants that are currently in stock typically ship within 2-7 business days after your order is placed.
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This plant cannot be shipped to the following states: AK, HI. These restrictions apply only to this specific plant due to agricultural regulations or other limitations. Other plants may still be available for shipping to these states.
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