Chamerion angustifolium

Fireweed

NATIVE wildflower to 42" with masses of deep pink flowers. Pioneer plant spreads quickly by long rhizomes. Young shoots and leaves are edible, older leaves may be dried and used for tea.

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Bloom Season: Summer (July-Aug)

Soil Conditions: Medium

Sun Exposure: Full sun, Part sun

Function: Cut flower, Deer resistant, Edible, Medicinal, Native, Pollinators