Royal Catchfly
Family: Caryophyllaceae
(Carnation Family)
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Height: 24-36 inches
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Spread: 12-18 inches
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Bloom Time: July to August
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Bloom: small clusters of 5-petaled,
scarlet red flowers
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Light: full sun to
part shade
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Soil: average,
well-drained; prefers sandy or gravelly soil
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Moisture: dry to medium;
drought tolerant
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Use: part shade
areas of wildflower gardens, native plant gardens, woodland gardens or cottage
gardens; attracts hummingbirds
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Care: low
maintenance; may need to stake taller plants
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Concerns: no serious
insect or disease problems
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Native to: central and southern
United States
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Notes: clump-forming
perennial; sticky calyx can trap or
"catch" small insects
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Supplier: Agrecol Native Nursery
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Teaching Garden
Location & Code: Pollinator
Garden C070, Rain Garden J023
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