Giant Red Paintbrush

Castilleja miniata, Orobanchaceae

Zones

3–8

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect HabitatPest Confuser

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Whipple's PenstemonPenstemon whippleanus

Pollinator Sharing

Shrubby CinquefoilDasiphora fruticosa

Wind ProtectionNurse Plant

Pyrenean GermanderTeucrium pyrenaicum

Pest DeterrentBeneficial Insect Habitat

Antagonistic Plants

Silvery LupineLupinus argenteus

Giant red paintbrush may parasitize lupine roots, though relationship complexity varies by conditions

Common Cow-wheatMelampyrum pratense

Both are hemiparasitic plants that may compete for suitable host plants and produce compounds that affect nearby vegetation

Uses

Functions

Hummingbird NectarAlpine GardenWildflower Meadow

Edible Parts

Flowers

Medicinal Uses

Traditional Respiratory Support

Common Questions

What zones does Giant Red Paintbrush grow in?

Giant Red Paintbrush grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Giant Red Paintbrush?

Good companions for Giant Red Paintbrush include Whipple's Penstemon, Shrubby Cinquefoil, Pyrenean Germander.

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