German Catchfly. A tufted perennial with narrow, dark green leaves and double purplish pink flowers from early to mid-summer. Max Height 45cm. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers June to July. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Lychnis viscaria ‘Plena’
A tufted perennial with narrow, dark green leaves and double purplish pink flowers from early to mid-summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Lychnis |
|---|---|
| Species | viscaria |
| Varietry | 'Plena' |
| Common Name | German Catchfly |
| Flower Colour | purple, pink |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Semi-evergreen |
| Height | 45cm |
| Family | Caryophyllaceae |
| Spread | 45cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | June, July |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Moist |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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