Little Red Head Indian Pink Flowering
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Little Red Head Indian Pink

American Beauties Native Plants

$42.49
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$42.49
This product does not ship to: AZ, CA, ID, MT, NV, OR, UT, WA
  • Partial Shade to Full Sun (At Least 3 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
  • Mature Height 24 - 28 Inches
  • Mature Spread 20 - 24 Inches
  • Growing Zones 5 - 9

When the Little Red Head Indian Pink is grown en masse and blooms, it really is a sight to believe. The botanically named Spigelia marilandica 'Little Red Head' is a stunning native wildflower that produces crimson-red tubular flowers that are tipped yellow. Blooming in June, its flowers open above clumps of glossy green leaves and truly look spectacular. If you want to attract hummingbirds, this perennial will certainly help as Little Red Head is a great source of nectar. 

This Indian Pink is hardy and suitable for growing in zones 5 to 9. Naturally found along streams and woodland margins, this perennial is ideal for growing in borders, in a container or as a cut flower. As a low-maintenance perennial, it needs little ongoing care and forms upright clumps of attractive lance-shaped foliage. A great wildlife-friendly perennial for some early summer color. 

Little Red Head Indian Pink Care

Little Red Head is versatile and flowers well in either full sun or partial shade. It prefers fertile, free-draining, and slightly acidic soil that is kept on the moist side. For the best show of blooms come June, apply an ericaceous fertilizer. After planting, regular irrigation is needed and on an ongoing basis to maintain a healthy root system. 

Care is simple for Little Red Head; cut back and remove its stems after the first frost. When grown in a container, Little Red Head will require more frequent watering than when grown directly in the ground. 

Little Red Head Indian Pink Spacing

Once mature, Little Red Head Indian Pink can grow to an eventual 24-28 inches high and 20-24 inches wide. For the best effect, plant Spigelia marilandica in a group with a spacing of 18-20 inches apart.

Little Red Head Indian Pink Information

USDA Hardiness Zones: 5 - 9
Plant Type: Perennials
Light Exposure: Partial Shade to Full Sun (At Least 3 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
Mature Height: 24 - 28 Inches
Mature Spread: 20 - 24 Inches
Spacing: 18 - 24 Inches
Habit: Upright
Flower Color(s): Red, Yellow
Flower Description:
Bloom Period:
Foliage Type: Herbaceous
Foliage Color(s): Green
Foliage Description: Dark Green
Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering, Summer Flowering
Watering: Average
Resists: Disease, Pests & Insects
Tolerates: N/A
Attracts: Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Container Role:
Uses: Borders, Containers, Groundcovers, Mass Planting
Features: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flowers, Low Maintenance, Native to North America
Brand:
Common Name: Little Red Head Indian Pink
Other Name(s): Little Red Head Indian Pink
Scientific Name: Spigelia m. 'Little Redhead'
SKU:
1231010937-pc

Container Sizes

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.

4.5 Pot

4.5" Pot
 Also Know As:
   4.5" Container

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months
 Plant Size:
   ~ 3"-6"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
 Volume:
   1.42 quarts

Quart Pot

Quart Pot
 Also Know 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

2.5 Quart

2.5 Quart
 Also Know As:
   2.5 Quart Pot

 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 8"-12"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
 Volume:
   2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot

#1 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #1 Container
    1 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 10"-14"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 7"H x 7.75"W
 Volume:
   2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot

#2 Pot
 Also Know 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

#3 Pot

#3 Pot
 Also Know 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


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Planter Shipping

Standard Colors: 2-3 business days

Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice

Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations

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Time of Order:

Summer Shipping

  • If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.  
    • We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location


Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.

It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.

1 Review - Little Red Head Indian Pink Show Reviews

  • 5
    beautiful blooms

    Posted by Alice Davie on Jan 12, 2023

    I was expecting them to take some time to grow, but they have sprouted so quickly! They are already blooming and looking healthy. I can't wait for them to get bigger and spread their beautiful blooms. Highly recommend, easy to grow!