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Lychnis flos-cuculi Jenny

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 40 - 45 cm (16 - 18 in)
Spread 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Lychnis flos-cuculi Jenny (catchfly) bears light pink blossoms during late spring to early summer. This plant has foliage that is deep green in colour.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, cut flowers and mass planting.
Special Characteristics Lychnis flos-cuculi Jenny attracts butterflies to your garden. Lychnis flos-cuculi Jenny is noted for being naturally resistant to deer.