Lychnis coronaria | Rose Campion
DESCRIPTION
Lychnis coronaria is a hardy perennial with silvery foliage and bold magenta to dark pink flowers. The plant features dense clusters of five-petaled blooms that appear in late spring to early summer, rising above its rosettes of soft, woolly, gray-green leaves. The flowers have a unique, almost iridescent quality that stands out in the garden. The silvery leaves provide a beautiful contrast to the bright blossoms, adding texture and interest to flower beds or borders.
Lychnis coronaria thrives in full sun and is drought-tolerant once established, making it ideal for dry, sunny spots in the garden. It is also deer-resistant, adding to its appeal in various garden settings. Its resilience and long blooming period make it a reliable choice for creating captivating displays, while its ability to self-seed allows it to spread naturally, adding to its charm and ease of care.
DESCRIPTION
Lychnis coronaria is a hardy perennial with silvery foliage and bold magenta to dark pink flowers. The plant features dense clusters of five-petaled blooms that appear in late spring to early summer, rising above its rosettes of soft, woolly, gray-green leaves. The flowers have a unique, almost iridescent quality that stands out in the garden. The silvery leaves provide a beautiful contrast to the bright blossoms, adding texture and interest to flower beds or borders.
Lychnis coronaria thrives in full sun and is drought-tolerant once established, making it ideal for dry, sunny spots in the garden. It is also deer-resistant, adding to its appeal in various garden settings. Its resilience and long blooming period make it a reliable choice for creating captivating displays, while its ability to self-seed allows it to spread naturally, adding to its charm and ease of care.
DESCRIPTION
Lychnis coronaria is a hardy perennial with silvery foliage and bold magenta to dark pink flowers. The plant features dense clusters of five-petaled blooms that appear in late spring to early summer, rising above its rosettes of soft, woolly, gray-green leaves. The flowers have a unique, almost iridescent quality that stands out in the garden. The silvery leaves provide a beautiful contrast to the bright blossoms, adding texture and interest to flower beds or borders.
Lychnis coronaria thrives in full sun and is drought-tolerant once established, making it ideal for dry, sunny spots in the garden. It is also deer-resistant, adding to its appeal in various garden settings. Its resilience and long blooming period make it a reliable choice for creating captivating displays, while its ability to self-seed allows it to spread naturally, adding to its charm and ease of care.
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Family: Caryophyllaceae
Height: 16–36 inches
Width: 12–18 inches
Flower color: Magenta to pink with a frilled star-like shape
Foliage color: Silvery-gray
Bloom time: June to August
Light requirements: Full sun to light shade
Water requirements: Drought-tolerant once established; appreciates supplemental moisture for best appearance
Maintenance: Deadhead spent flowers to promote continuous blooming; may self-seed prolifically
Growing zone: USDA zones 3–8
Wildlife attractors: Butterflies, hummingbirds
