LYCHNIS SEEDS
PR08225 MALTESE CROSS
Lychnis Seeds
Lychnis chalcedonica
These rugged, easy to grow 2-3 foot perennials produce brilliant scarlet flowers in dense clusters of 20-50 in June and July. They are stunning when used alongside plants with gray foliage or white flowers. Likes regular water and will even thrive in boggy conditions. Winter hardy to zone 3. Packet is 1/8 ounce, about 6,000 seeds. Sorry, this item is out of stock.
PR02483 OCCULATA
Rose Campion Seeds
Lychnis coronaria occulata
The 30 inch tall plants have attractive silky silvery foliage and beautiful 1-2 inch white flowers with delightful pink eyes. Although it will bloom the first year it is larger and shower in its second season-blooming freely in July and August. Individual plants are short-lived but they self-sow freely so it is usually not necessary to purchase new seed. Easy to grow, it prefers afternoon shade in hot climates. Winter hardy to zone 4.


How to Plant LYCHNIS Seeds
Sow seed in cell packs or flats, press into soil but do not cover. Needs light to germinate. Kept at 70° F., germination averages 3-4 weeks. Transplant into the garden 12-18 inches apart after all danger of frost.


