Lychnis offers a delightful combination of beauty and resilience, making it a valuable addition to many gardens. Here is why you should consider it:
Planting
Growing and Care
Propagation
Pests and Diseases Lychnis is generally trouble-free, but be aware of these potential issues:
Popular Lychnis Species and Varieties
The classification of these plants has been updated and the Genus taxonomic name Lychnis has been absorbed by the Genus Silene.
Lychnis (lik-niss,) campion catch fly; Caryophyllaceae Family. Lychnis is a large genus of annuals, biennials and perennials native to the North Temperate Zone regions. Many have truly beautiful flowers with bright colors. All have opposite leaves.
Lychnis is grown best in full sun or light shade in a moderately rich, well-drained soil. They are fine plants in the border as well as useful all summer as cut flowers. With their long bloom season, late June to frost, and their ease of culture their popularity is understandable.