Maltese Cross

March 18, 2022 @ 12:05 am

(Lychnis) Also known as Campion or Catchfly. These are long-blooming flowers that begin in early Summer.  They love a location with consistent moisture and a sunny exposure.  Loved by butterflies. Deer and rabbit resistant.

Varieties:

Lychnis chalcedonica: Tall (up to 3′) orange-red heirloom
Orange Gnome: Shorter hybrid (12″) with deep contrast with striking orange flowers held above deep green leaves with a bronze case. (Zone 3)