Chamaenerion angustifolium, Fireweed Size:1.16 qt Mature size: 6 in T

Mature size: 6 in T x 12-24 in W

but of unknown origin

good-naturedly accommodating drought or clay

Compact habit

winging upward

Chamaenerion angustifolium, Fireweed Size:1.16 qt Mature size: 6 in TFormerly considered an Epilobium, Chamaenerion angustifolium is commonly referred to as fireweed. Here in the Pacific Northwest, where it is native, it can be seen springing up in large forest burns. Against a dark background of charcoal, hot magenta flowers, reddish stems, and bright green narrow leaves quickly colonize into thickets. In the garden, fireweed will spread freely both rhizomatically and through its prolific airborne seed which appears