Helonias bullata | swamp pinks

Growers note: We are no longer propagating this plant. Germination is easy, but it is a target for every pest in the area and keeping it alive in the nursery has proven too much of a challenge. Viable seed can be sourced from Toadshade Wildflower Farm.

Swamp pinks were native to NYC before the land was drained and built upon. They are now listed on the federally threatened list - talk about rare! Grow these showy evergreen swamp natives on moist, soil in full sun or part shade.

Zones: 3 to 9
Family: Melanthiaceae
Type: Perennial
Height: 12 to 24 in.
Spread: 4 to 12 in.
Exposure: part-shade to light shade
Soil Conditions: moist, average
Bloom Time: June to September
Bloom Color: Pink
Native Range: the eastern US