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Lychnis flos-jovis ‘Peggy’
Flower-of-Jove
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Zone 3 to Zone 9
Plant Shapes: Tuft
1.335.160

Similar to the Rose Campion in effect, but more compact in habit and usually longer lived. This forms a low tufted mound of felted silvery-grey leaves, bearing upright stems in summer with loads of round, bright rosy-red flowers. Attractive to butterflies. Excellent for edging, also adapting well to mixed containers, or any difficult hot and sunny area. Also attractive in a rock garden setting. Seedlings that form may be easily moved in spring or early fall. Foliage often needs to be tidied in early spring. Drought tolerant, once established. Flowers are nice for cutting.


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Conditions     Appearance    
Sun Exposure
  Full Sun

Soil Type
  Loamy
  Sandy

Soil pH
  Acid
  Alkaline
  Neutral

Soil Moisture
  Dry

Care Level
  Easy

Foot Traffic
  None

Rate of Spread
  Medium
Flower Colour
  Red

Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Late Spring
  Mid Summer

Foliage Color
  Silver

Plant Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Attracts Butterflies
  Border
  Containers
  Deer Resistant
  Drought Tolerant
  Edging
  Massed

Flower Head Size
  Medium

Height
   25-30 cm
   10-12 inches

Spread
   25-30 cm
   10-12 inches


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