Fireweed

Chamerion angustifolium

Longstanding, tall, showy, purple flower spikes make this a beautiful addition to the garden. Can spread via rhizomes but is not competitive. Likes moderately moist soils, sandy or clayey. Keystone pioneer plant that colonizes recently burned forests providing ample food for pollinating insects and larva.

Plant Details

Native Range: Native to western CO, western U.S., north-central U.S., and north eastern U.S.
Height: 4′
Spacing: 1-2′
Water Needs: Moderate
Soil: Sandy, Clayey
Sunlight: Full sun, part shade
Bloom Time: July-August
USDA Zone: 2-7
Life Cycle: Perennial

Shipping

Pick up, shipping, and delivery options available. We can ship anywhere in the contiguous U.S. except Arizona, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Texas, Washington, or Wyoming due to state regulations regarding agricultural imports.

Image Credit:
Maitohorsma (Epilobium angustifolium).JPG | kallerna | Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0