Dusty Miller, Rose Campion. An erect perennial with woolly silver-grey leaves and open purple-red or pale purple flowers in late summer. Max Height 80cm. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers July to August. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Lychnis coronaria
An erect perennial with woolly silver-grey leaves and open purple-red or pale purple flowers in late summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Lychnis |
|---|---|
| Species | coronaria |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Dusty Miller, Rose Campion |
| Flower Colour | purple, red |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Semi-evergreen |
| Height | 80cm |
| Family | Caryophyllaceae |
| Spread | 45cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Erect |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | silver, grey |
| Flowers From | July, August |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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