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| Family | Caryophyllaceae | | Plant Type | | | Zone | USDA: 3a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H1 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3
| | Care Level | low, easy, suitable for beginners. | | Height | 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft) | | Spread | 40 - 50 cm (16 - 20 in) | | Light | full sun | | Soil Moisture | average, well-drained | | Soil Type | clay to sandy | | Soil pH | acidic to alkaline |
| | Description | Lychnis chalcedonica (maltese cross) bears bright orange blooms during early summer to late summer. The foliage is deep green in colour. | | Typical Uses | Accent, border, cut flowers and mass planting. | | Special Characteristics | Lychnis chalcedonica has a natural resistance to deer and rabbits. Lychnis chalcedonica attracts hummingbirds and butterflies to your garden. | | |
