Giant Red Indian Paintbrush- PERENNIAL FLOWERS SEEDS

Castilleja miniata - Deep red usual color, Perennial
Plant
Castilleja miniata is a species of Indian paintbrush known by the common name giant red Indian paintbrush. Wikipedia
Scientific name: Castilleja miniata
Higher classification: Castilleja
Rank: Species
The inflorescence of castilleja miniata is usually deep red, but can also range from orange to salmon pink. It has modified leaves, split into three components: two narrow, semi-tubular spurs below, and a longer, wider segment above. The bracts are greenish at the base.The actual flowers are small, inconspicuous green tubes, right at the top of the stem.
Stems are usually unbranched, bearing alternate leaves at regular intervals. Leaves are somewhat wider than many for other castilleja varieties; thay have pointed tips and three prominent lengthwise veins. The plant is one of the most common species of this large genus, found all across the West, from Alaska to Arizona and New Mexico.
Plant Description
Life Cycle: Perennial
Family: Scrophulariaceae
Origin: N America
Special Features: Grows nicely with Sedum spathulifolium and Bouteloua gracilis.
Basic Colour: (orange)
Flower Colour: orange-red
Natural Flowering Period: April - September
Winter Hardiness Zones: Z4 - Z8
Height with Flowers: 50 cm
Usage: for the rock garden
For optimal results, sow Giant Red Indian Paintbrush Seeds in winter or early spring and ensure they experience a cold spell in wet compost after sowing to break their dormancy. We recommend lightly covering the seeds with sand or fine grit, approximately the depth of the seed size. Alternatively, they can be sown at any time and if they do not germinate within 4 to 12 weeks, place the damp seed tray in the fridge for approximately four weeks for cold treatment. Keep the pot or tray in a safe place as these semi-parasitic seeds may take several months to appear. It may also be beneficial to grow some grass seeds in the same tray.