Apple Slices Indian Pink

Turn heads with the dazzling Apple Slices Indian Pink (Spigelia marilandica 'Apple Slices'), a compact perennial that sports bold red tubular flowers tipped with golden yellow, shaped like tiny fireworks! They appear in early summer and may rebloom, especially if given the right conditions. Hummingbirds can't resist its nectar-rich blossoms, making this a pollinator favorite.

Apple Slices boasts glossy green, lance-shaped foliage that forms a tidy, bushy mound 1-2 feet tall and wide. Its upright, clumping habit keeps it neat in garden beds or containers, and the foliage remains attractive even when the flowers are not in bloom. This standout Proven Winners® selection was bred for stronger garden performance and heavier flower production compared to the straight species.

Native to the woodlands of the Southeastern United States, Indian Pink has a rich history as a cherished wildflower, once valued by Indigenous peoples for its medicinal uses. It belongs to the Logania family and is a close relative of other showy, hummingbird-friendly wildflowers. Its long cultural history and dazzling flowers have made it a gardener's treasure!

Key Features

• Proven Winners® perennial with bright red and yellow blooms
• Compact, tidy clump - 1-2 feet tall and wide
• Hummingbird magnet and pollinator-friendly
• Glossy green foliage stays attractive all season
• Reblooming potential with care

Landscaping Uses

This compact perennial is just the right size for flower beds, pollinator gardens, or containers. It thrives in partial shade and adds a burst of color where many plants won't bloom.

• Perfect for shady perennial borders
• Adds bold color to container gardens and mixed planters
• A natural fit for pollinator or hummingbird gardens
• Bright accent plant for shade gardens or woodland plantings
• Great companion for Ferns, Hostas, and Astilbe in cottage gardens

Care & Maintenance

Hardy in USDA zones 5-9, Apple Slices Indian Pink is an herbaceous perennial that dies back to the ground in winter but returns bigger each spring. It's a resilient native that appreciates moist, well-drained soil and partial shade.

• Planting Time - Best planted in spring or fall
• Sun Requirements - Morning sun with afternoon shade, or dappled woodland light
• Soil Requirements - Moist, well-drained, organically rich soils; dislikes compacted or poorly drained clay
• Moisture Needs - Keep soil evenly moist; new plants need regular watering their first year - use the Finger Test
• Arborist Mulch - Apply a 3-4 inch layer of mulch to keep roots cool and conserve moisture
• Fertilization Needs - Enrich soil with compost or a balanced perennial fertilizer in spring
• Pruning Info - Deadhead spent blooms to encourage reblooming; cut back to the ground in late fall or early spring
• Division Info - Divide clumps every 3-4 years in spring to maintain vigor
• Special Perks - Deer and rabbit resistant, low-maintenance, long-blooming, pollinator-friendly

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A Slice Of Garden Magic!

Add a slice of charm and color to your shady garden with the Proven Winners® Apple Slices Indian Pink. Its bold blooms, compact habit, and pollinator appeal make it a true gem you'll look forward to every summer. Order your Apple Slices Indian Pink today from and enjoy hummingbird visits all season long!