Lychnis chalcedonica (common names: Jerusalem cross)
Lychnis chalcedonica (aka Jerusalem cross)
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£1.40 at Dobies Lychnis Haageana Molten Lava Seeds |
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£5.99 at Crocus Jerusalem Cross |
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Joined 7 Aug, 2007
547 plants
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Joined 21 Oct, 2007
15 plants
Comments on Lychnis chalcedonica
26 Aug, 2008
We just got this plant.. I didn't realize they got quite that tall... very pretty :)
On photo - Maltese Cross
Members' notes...
Hardy heirloom plant is also known as Jerusalem Cross. Leafy plants bear striking clusters of 1 inch flowers in a flaming red. Height is 24-36 inches. Blooms mid-summer. Prefers full sun and moderately dry soils.
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Joined 17 Jun, 2007
West Somerset
14 Jun, 2008
That's a beautiful plant, Andrew. I have ordered three Lychnis 'Jenny' from the RHS, but they are pink. I like the purity of the white.
On photo - Lychnis chalcedonica 'Alba'