#2 Gallon
Silene 'Forged by Fire' is a compact, drought-tolerant perennial (12–18" tall) with intense, scarlet-red, notched flowers and dark green foliage. A mutation of Silene virginica 'Jackson Valentine', it offers improved, more abundant blooming and sturdier stems, making it ideal for rock gardens, borders, and attracting hummingbirds. 
 
Key Characteristics and Care
Bloom Time: Mid-spring.
Light: Prefers part shade/afternoon shade, though tolerant of full sun.
Soil: Requires well-drained, dry, or rocky soil.
Maintenance: Low maintenance; deadheading can promote better, longer bloom.
Features: Sticky, hairy stems (a "catchfly") that can trap small insects.
Growth Habit: Clump-forming, upright-to-weak stems. 
 
This cultivar is a superior selection for early-season color and thrives in USDA Zones 4-8. It is relatively short-lived but often self-sows.