Rock Pink (Phemeranthus calycinus)

A.k.a. flower-of-an-hour and fame-flower. A small, dry soil loving plant with succulent leaves and bright pink flowers on slender bloom stalks. Requires good drainage and is intolerant of competition from taller plants. Excellent for a rock garden or dry, rocky border.

Light: Full Sun

Soil Moisture: Dry Mesic, Dry

Soil Type: Rocky, Gravely, Sandy

Height: 4”-9”

Bloom Color: Pink

Bloom Time: July

Root Type: Taproot

Notable Wildlife Interactions: Little data available. Flowers likely attract bees.