Native Plants

Narrow-Leaf Fireweed

Chamaenerion angustifolium
Location

Native to

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Type
Annuals/Per.
Attributes
Nectar

Also known as Willow Herb or simply as Fireweed, this showy, perennial wildflower has willow-like leaves and red stems like other plants in its genus, but its magenta blossoms make it unique. Its seeds are spread by rhizomes, and its flowers bloom from June to September, attracting hummingbirds as well as bees and moths. This plant grows in full sun to partial shade, and tolerates shallow, rocky soil.

May Attract

Narrow-Leaf Fireweed is thought to attract these families of birds
Family
Hummingbirds
Family
Mockingbirds and Thrashers
Family
Blackbirds and Orioles
Family
New World Sparrows
Family
Vireos
Family
Waxwings
Family
Wood Warblers

Audubon Centers, State Offices & Chapters

These Audubon locations near you offer native plant services

In some parts of the country you may not have a "local" Audubon that is able to provide help with native plants for birds, but we will still show you the closest Audubon that can help.

Ramshorn-Livingston Audubon Center and Sanctuary

109 Dubois Rd, Catskill, NY 12414

(518) 325-5203 |

cmacs@audubon.org

Audubon New York

P.O. Box 188, Albany, NY 12201

audubonny@audubon.org

Services

  • Education programs & presentations
  • Habitat installation/restoration projects
  • Native plant sales

Local & Regional Resources

Local and regional native plant societies, databases, and other resources may have expertise on exactly what plants are best for your particular area and climate.

New York Flora Association

New York State Museum; 3140 CEC, Albany, NY 12230

Online Nurseries

Shop trusted online vendors for your home or wholesale project. Many offer shipping across regions, so check availability and delivery timelines before ordering.

KMS Native Plants (H.E.L.P) Endorsed

104 Main Avenue, Lake Grove, NY 11755

(631) 848-2178

Dropseed Native Landscapes (H.E.L.P) Endorsed

480 Hempstead Avenue, Malverne, NY 11565

(516) 524-8711

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Local resources
Your local Audubon offering native plant services is Ramshorn-Livingston Audubon Center and Sanctuary.
109 Dubois Rd, Catskill, NY 12414
(518) 325-5203 | cmacs@audubon.org
 
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Waxwings
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Vireos
Mockingbirds & Thrashers
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Wood Warblers
Thrushes
Sparrows
+11

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American Mountain-Ash

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Woodpeckers
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Nuthatches
+10

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TREES

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Thrushes
Wood Warblers
Mockingbirds & Thrashers
+11

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