Jerusalem Cross. An erect perennial with mid-green leaves and rounded clusters of star-shaped scarlet flowers. Max Height 60cm to 1.2m. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers June to July. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Lychnis x arkwrightii
An erect perennial with mid-green leaves and rounded clusters of star-shaped scarlet flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Lychnis |
|---|---|
| Species | x arkwrightii |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Jerusalem Cross |
| Flower Colour | scarlet |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 60cm, 1.2m |
| Family | Caryophyllaceae |
| Spread | 30cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Erect |
| 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 | |
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