Lychnis chalcedonica

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Common Name: Maltese Cross, Campion or Catchfly

Flaming scarlet-orange flowers are sure to add some spark to your garden! Dense heads composed of 10 to 50 individual cross-shaped flowers stand atop tall stems beginning in early summer and continuing for over 8 weeks. L. chalcedonica is a relatively long-lived variety, lasting a decade or more without division.

This old-fashioned favorite is sure to add sparks to your garden.

Height:

24.0-36.0 Inches

Spread:

16.0-20.0 Inches

Hardiness Zones:

3,4,5,6,7,8,9

Flower Color:

Red shades

Foliage Color:

Green shades

Sunlight:

Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun)

Water Requirements:

Average Water Needs Consistent Water Needs

Soil Quality:

Poor Soil Quality Average Soil Quality Fertile Soil Quality

Soil Chemistry:

Acidic Soil (pH < 7.0) Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0) Alkaline Soil (pH > 7.0)

Bloomtime:

Early Summer Midsummer

Attracts Wings:

Attracts Hummingbirds

Growth Rate:

Medium

Garden Style:

Cottage Eclectic

Other Features:

Border Plant Cut Flower Mass Planting

Origin:

Not Native to North America

It is essential to provide proper siting for this perennial. Plant it in full sun and moist, well-drained soil to avoid potential disease issues. When finished blooming, shear it back to 1 foot tall to promote the growth of new, healthy foliage and a possible second flush of flowers in early fall.

Characteristics