Fireweed Seeds - Flower Plant for Home Gardens

Fireweed Seeds produce a fast-growing perennial plant known for its tall, upright stems and spikes of bright pink to magenta flowers. This clump-forming plant thrives in full sun with well-drained soil and is commonly found in meadows, open forests, and disturbed areas. Fireweed is suitable for garden borders, naturalized landscapes, and pollinator-friendly plantings. Once established, it attracts bees and butterflies, providing vibrant color and seasonal interest throughout the summer.

Features

• Upright, clump-forming perennial growth habit

• Produces spikes of bright pink to magenta flowers

• Suitable for garden borders, meadows, and naturalized landscapes

• Thrives in full sun with well-drained soil

• Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies

• Adds seasonal color and ornamental interest

Specifications

• Scientific name: Chamerion angustifolium

• Common name (US): Fireweed

• Seed type / variety: Perennial flowering variety

• Growth habit: Upright, clump-forming perennial

• USDA zones: 3 to 7

• Planting season: Spring

• Growing season: Late spring through summer

• Sowing Season: Early spring

• Sowing season months: March to May

• Germination time and conditions: 14 to 28 days; light stratification may improve germination

• Sunlight requirements: Full sun

• Soil requirements: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil

• Watering needs: Low to moderate; avoid waterlogged soil

• Mature plant size: 3 to 5 feet tall; 12 to 24 inches spread

• Plant spacing: 12 to 18 inches apart