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Lychnis coronaria 'Alba'

Family Caryophyllaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level
Height 0.5 - 1 m (1.5 - 3 ft)
Spread 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Lychnis coronaria 'Alba' (rose campion) bears showy, white and repeat-blooming flowers during mid-summer to late summer. This herbaceous perennial is upright and has light grey and light grey foliage that is showy, matte and medium textured.
Typical Uses Border and wild flower.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Lychnis coronaria 'Alba' . Lychnis coronaria 'Alba' is tolerant of drought.
Cautions The growth rate of Lychnis coronaria 'Alba' (rose campion) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout. Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.