Alpine Campion, Alpine Catchfly. A dwarf tufted perennial with rosettes of dark green leaves and rounded clusters of purplish pink flowers. Max Height 15cm. Max Spread 15cm. Flowers June to August. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Lychnis alpina
A dwarf tufted perennial with rosettes of dark green leaves and rounded clusters of purplish pink flowers.
Category: Alpines
Additional information
Generic | Lychnis |
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Species | alpina |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Alpine Campion, Alpine Catchfly |
Flower Colour | purple, pink |
Soil | Fertile |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Herbaceous |
Height | 15cm |
Family | Caryophyllaceae |
Spread | 15cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Rosette-forming |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | June, August |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | |
Border | Rock garden |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
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Maintenance | |
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