Lychnis coronaria Blood Red 1G

(Catchfly)

Short-lived perennial or biennial with silvery, felted leaves and vivid, blood-red single flowers in early to midsummer. Often self-seeds, allowing it to persist informally in cottage-style plantings and gravel gardens. Prefers full sun and well-drained soils and is particularly effective in dry, lean conditions where the foliage stays compact and tidy. 

• Plant Patent: n/a
• Container Size: trade gallon
• USDA Zone: 4-8
• Height: 24-36"
• Spread: 12-18"
• Sun Exposure: full sun 
• Soil Moisture: dry to average
• Bloom Time: late spring to late summer
• Bloom Color: red
• Foliage Color: green, silver
• US Native: no
• Wildlife Benefit: butterflies
• Notes: deer tolerant, drought tolerant, dry soil, rocky soil