Quick answer: Fire pink (Silene virginica) is native to 26 states. What's commonly sold under this name is the true wild species. It's typically seed, verified 16 Sep 2026.
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Where it's native
Listed in the directory as native to these states. Click a state for its full native-plant guide.
Growing conditions
From the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Native Plant Database.
| Sun | Part Shade |
|---|---|
| Water | Low-Medium water, Dry-Moist |
| Soil | Well-drained, rocky, acid, poor soils preferred |
| Bloom | Bloom Apr-Aug |
| Height | Up to 1 ft tall |
| Wildlife value | Attracts hummingbirds and butterflies, seeds attract juncos/pine siskins/sparrows |
Buying it
Sold true to the wild species as of the last check (16 Sep 2026), via Amazon.
Sold as: Seed via Amazon · listing verified 16 Sep 2026
See where to buy →Quick answers about Fire pink
Where is Fire pink native?
Fire pink (Silene virginica) is native to 26 states across the Northeast, Midwest and South. Check your state's page in this directory for the full list of plants native where you live.
When does Fire pink bloom?
Fire pink blooms Apr-Aug. Exact timing shifts a few weeks with latitude and elevation.
What growing conditions does Fire pink need?
Light: Part Shade. Water: Low-Medium water, Dry-Moist. Soil: Well-drained, rocky, acid, poor soils preferred. Mature height: Up to 1 ft tall.
Is Fire pink good for pollinators and wildlife?
Yes. Wildlife value: Attracts hummingbirds and butterflies, seeds attract juncos/pine siskins/sparrows.
Is Fire pink deer-resistant or drought-tolerant?
Fire pink is drought-tolerant and tolerates shade.
Where can I buy real Fire pink seed or plants?
We found a listing sold as seed that names the true species, last checked 16 Sep 2026. Look for the scientific name Silene virginica on any listing.
Similar native plants
Native plants that share growing conditions or range with Fire pink.
- Steeplebush Spiraea tomentosa
- Climbing prairie rose Rosa setigera
- Smooth Solomon's seal Polygonatum biflorum
- Southern arrowwood Viburnum dentatum
- Eastern red columbine Aquilegia canadensis
- Common evening primrose Oenothera biennis
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