Helonias bullata

Swamp pinks were native to NYC before the land was drained and built upon. They are now listed on the federally threatened list - talk about rare! Grow these showy evergreen swamp natives on moist, soil in full sun or part shade.

Zones: 3 to 9

Family: Apiaceae

Type: Perennial

Height: 12 to 24 in.

Spread: 4 to 12 in.

Exposure: part-shade to light shade

Soil Conditions: moist, average

Bloom Time: June to September

Bloom Color: Pink

Native Range: the eastern US

Image Credits:

• Daderot, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons