Pale Red Maltese Cross (Lychnis chalcedonica var. carnea) This is a most interesting heirloom Maltese Cross variety with references dating back to the early 1800’s where it is referred to as Pink Maltese Cross, Pale Red Nonesuch and Mock Sweet William. Also currently marketed in North America as ‘Dusky Pink' and ‘Dawn Sky’. A beautiful early mid-summer bloomer with large clusters of salmon-pink flowers. A hummingbird favourite and an excellent cut flower specimen. Plant height averages 36 - 40 inches.
75 seeds per packet
Growing Information: Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost date. Broadcast seed on top of soil and lightly cover with dome or plastic film until emergence. Keep under full light and harden plants off 7-10 days before lining out.
Days to Germination: 7 - 21
Plant Spacing: 24" (60cm)
Plant Height: 36" - 40" (90cm - 100cm)
Features:
Perennial
Hardiness Zones: 3 - 8
Bloom Time: Spring to Summer
Light Requirements: Full Sun
Attracts Bees & Butterflies
Deer Resistant
Heat & Drought Resistant
Great as Cut Flowers or Bouquets
