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Rhexia virginica

Virginia meadow beauty

Rhexia's vibrant pink-purple flowers bloom for quite a while, drawing the eye with their contrasting bright yellow stamens. Perfect for any sunny, open, consistently moist areas like meadows and meadow gardens, this plant is a true stand-out, so long as you spare it drought!

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Height: 12-24 in
Spread: 12-18 in
Hardiness Zone: 3-9


Characteristics & Attributes

Cultivation Status
Species
Exposure
Sun
Part Shade
Soil Moisture
Wet
Average
Ecoregion
(84) Atlantic Coastal Pine Barrens
(82) Acadian Plains and Hills
(58) Northeastern Highlands
(83) Eastern Great Lakes Lowlands
(59) Northeastern Coastal Zone
Ornamental Interest
Fall Foliage
Summer Bloom
Summer Fruit
Attracts Wildlife
Attracts Bees
Attracts Butterflies
Tolerance
Compaction Tolerant
Landscape Use
Meadow garden
Specimen


North American Distribution


Virginia meadow beauty - Rhexia virginica from Native Plant Trust
Virginia meadow beauty - Rhexia virginica from Native Plant Trust
Virginia meadow beauty - Rhexia virginica from Native Plant Trust
Virginia meadow beauty - Rhexia virginica from Native Plant Trust