Rose Campion
Common name
Rose Campion
Botanical name
Lychnis coronaria
Variety
0
Zone
USDA Zone 4 (-30°F) to USDA Zone 8 (10°F)
Light
Sun
Height
20-36in (51-91 cm)
Habit
Upright
Feed
Fertilize in the spring
Water
Prefers well-drained soil
Bloom Color
Pink
Bloom Time
Summer
Maintenance
Mulch to reduce weeds
About
Felted silver-gray foliage and stems and a twiggy open form make this plant work well both in the garden or at garden's edge as a see-through plant. Flowers are most often a vibrant magenta, but white and blush-pink selections are also available. Plants are deer resistant and drought tolerant once established. The silver leaves allow this plant to work in nearly any color scheme, despite its strong flower color. Good cut flower. Allow to reseed for longevity in the garden.
