Maltese Cross Flower Deer Resistant
Other common names maltese cross jerusalem cross common rose campion constantinople campion cross of jerusalem fireball flower of bristow flower of constantinople gardener s delight gardener s eye great candlestick knight s cross london pride meadow campion none such red robin scarlet lightning scarlet lychnis tears of christ.
Maltese cross flower deer resistant. Maltese cross seeds 50 seeds 50 red maltese cross lynchins heirloom deer resistant flower seeds. Hummingbirds cannot leave the blooms alone. The maltese cross flower structure resembles this historical graphic which is now a common firefighter symbol. We found the followng list of plants from the local home depot nursery.
A long time favorite of gardeners lychnis chalcedonica maltese cross is a herbaceous perennial that deserves a spot in the sunny landscape. 50 lychnis heirloom angels blush maltese cross perennial flower seeds deer resistant. In short the perfect perennial. Very attractive with its upright clump of lush bright green foliage topped by large densely packed round clusters of brilliant scarlet flowers it enjoys a long season of interest is easy to grow trouble free reliable long lived and adds bold splashes of color where needed.
Finding deer resistant plants. Maltese cross lychnis chalcedonica is an heirloom flower that has been grown in american gardens since colonial times. Approximately 120 140 maltese cross seeds per packet. Maltese cross youtube this bright red tall perennial is pest free and deer resistant.
The eight points on the maltese cross a symbol adopted by the knights of malta in 1126 were said to reflect the knights eight obligations or aspirations. Cover then lightly with soil and then keep them moist until germination. It s an excellent cut flower and cutting and deadheading will prolong its bloom period. Cut flower deer resistant rabbit resistant massed.
Its scarlet colored bloom clusters begin in june and continue through august. While no plant can be guaranteed to be deer proof some types of plants are less tasty to a deer. Butterflies hummingbirds and gardeners all love this old fashioned easy to grow deer resistant perennial. Sow seeds indoors in spring 6 to 8 weeks before the last spring frost date.
Usually ships within 3 to 5 weeks. In rich soils this may need to be. Deer tend to avoid some plants and relish others. Lychnis lychnis chalcedonica this lychnis also known as maltese cross or jerusalem cross is easily established by sowing lychnis seeds.
More buying choices 16 60 2 new offers maltese cross lychnis chalcedonica red flower 1600 seeds. Maltese cross is an early summer blooming perennial that bears tight clusters of bright scarlet cross shaped flowers on long stalksthe striking flowers attract butterflies and hummingbirds. Bee balm monarda didym. Plants form an upright clump of bright green leaves with taller stems in summer that bear large clusters of scarlet orange flowers.