Silene chalcedonica - Maltese Cross - Red

Silene chalcedonica - Maltese Cross flowering in my garden.

Silene chalcedonica is an erect deciduous perennial that grows to around 1m. It has brilliant red flowers that have petals in the shape of the Maltese Cross that bloom in the summer months. It prefers full sun and requires constant moisture and well drained soil. It does well in loamy or sandy soils and prefers a sheltered exposure. Due to the height of the plant, staking may be required.

Excellent cut flower.

Sow seeds in autumn but only lightly cover with potting mix. Keep damp but not wet. Seeds germinate at approx 20C. Grow seedlings to approx 10cm, then transfer into the garden.

Also known as Lychnis chalcedonica.

Seeds currently available.

$5.00 - 20 open pollinated seeds

$4.00 - postage within Australia

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