| Rose Campion | |
| Lychnis coronaria |
Perennial/annual growing to 1-3' blooming bright magenta colored flowers. Foliage is silvery gray in color.
Description: Shrubby annual. In flower the plant can reach a few feet, but when not in flower generally grows to about a foot.
Hardiness: N/A
Growing Environment: Plants need only occasional water and are quite cold tolerant. It will reseed. Grow in full sun.
Propagation: Seeds should be chilled for a few weeks before sowing, alternatively, in cold or cooler climates, plant seeds in the ground during winter--for spring germination.
Uses: Planted as a pretty annual for its bright flowers.
Native Range: Northern Africa through the Middle East and parts of Southern Europe.