- Botanical Name
- Lychnis coronaria
- Family
- Caryophyllaceae
- Plant Type
- Herbaceous perennial
- Size (HxW)
- 60-80cm x 30-50cm
- Depth & Spacing
- Plant at the same level as in the pot, with the roots spread evenly below the soil surface. Space 30-50cm apart, closer for a more immediate or massed effect.
- Soil
- Moderately fertile to humus rich, moist, well drained soil. They aren’t too fussy but need good drainage as they tend to rot if left to sit in water.
- Aspect
- Full sun to semi shade.
- Climate
- Cool to Mediterranean
- Frost
- Hardy
- Water
- Water to establish, then only if rainfall is low.
- Fertiliser
- A light application of a well balanced fertiliser in summer, they aren’t heavy feeders.
- Flowering Time
- Late spring to autumn
- After Flower Care
- Remove spent flowers to tidy and encourage more. They are sterile so will not produce seed.
- Notes
- Be wary of slugs and snails. Divide in spring as required.
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