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Growth habit.

Caryophyllaceae

Basal clumps of yellow-green, oblanceolate leaves have upright stems of sessile leaves with clusters of bright crimson flowers. Petals are narrow with a long, narrow calyx.

Plant Type: perennial

Plant Form or Habit: upright/vertical

Plant Use: Plant in groups in beds, borders, or in rock gardens.

Propagation:

seed

Flower Color:

dark red

Bloom Period:

late spring
early summer

Width: Minimum: 12 inches     Maximum: 16 inches

Foliage Texture: medium

USDA Hardiness Zone: 4

Water Requirements: average

Additional Comments: Short-lived. Likes acid soil.