Description

100+ Maltese Cross Lychnis Chalcedonica seeds can be sown indoors or directly outdoors( Fall/ Spring), and the plant can bloom first year if the seeds are started indoors. Also known as Jerusalem Cross, Lychnis Chalcedonica produces rounded umbels of delightful, star-shaped, bright-scarlet flowers on a tall sturdy flowering stems. The extremely showy, brilliant scarlet flowers of Maltese Cross are very eye-catching in the garden, and the dazzling blooms attract butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds all summer long. Maltese Cross makes a great border, cottage and cutting garden plant providing a stunning display of red color when planted in mass. Lychnis Chalcedonica seeds produce a hardy, trouble-free perennial flower that is reliable and long-lived. Maltese Cross grows best in full sun tolerating partial shade and any good soil if a constant moisture supply is provided. The blooming period is extended if faded flowers are removed, and Maltese Cross is an excellent cut flower. Type: Perennials Height: Medium to Tall 3' Spacing: Plant 12" apart Bloom Time: Early Summer to Late Summer Sun-Shade: Full Sun to Mostly Sunny Zones: 3-8 Soil Condition: Normal, Acidic, Sandy Flower: Red Accent: Red Please note: Due to varying conditions regarding germination (moisture, temperature, soil contamination, not to mention buyer experience and knowledge and experience of germination) I cannot guarante e germination rate of seeds. If you have any issues with your order please just send me a note and I will always try my best to solve the problem. Thanks