Royal Catchfly

Silene regia

Landscape Focus A rare Midwest native reaching 3–4 feet tall, with brilliant red flowers that draw hummingbirds and Black Swallowtail butterflies to sunny prairie gardens and mixed perennial borders.

Plant Details

Soil Type: Loam

Soil Moisture: Medium

Sun Exposure: Full Sun

Height: 2' - 4'

Spacing: 1'

Bloom Color: Blue-violet

Bloom Time: May, June

Root Type: Taproot

Benefits: Supports Pollinators and Hummingbirds

Plant Description

Royal Catchfly is a rare and striking Midwest native reaching 3–4 feet tall, with brilliant red flowers that are highly attractive to hummingbirds and Black Swallowtail butterflies. Best grown in medium, loamy soil in full sun, it pairs beautifully with prairie grasses and wildflowers that help support its upright stems. One of the more uncommon natives in cultivation, it is a bold and rewarding addition to any sunny garden bed.