Lychnis (Lychnis Chalcedonica) - This Lychnis, also known as Maltese Cross or Jerusalem Cross, is easily established by sowing Lychnis seeds. Its scarlet colored bloom clusters begin in June and continue through August. Hummingbirds cannot leave the blooms alone!
Maltese Cross Lychnis has long been popular in cottage gardens. It is a hardy and easy perennial for any sunny border. Plants form an upright clump of bright green leaves, with taller stems that bear the clusters of scarlet-orange flowers. Jerusalem Cross Lychnis is excellent for cutting, and they are reliable and long-lived.

SOWING:
Sow time; May - June
Season: Perennial
Height: 30 - 34 inches (80 - 100cm)
Bloom Season: Summer
Bloom Color: Scarlet
Environment: Full sun
Soil Type: Well-drained, pH 5.8 - 6.8
Temperature: 68 - 70F (21 - 22C)
Depth: Seeds must be covered thinly
Plant Spacing: 12 - 18 inches (30-45cm)