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Article thumbnailLychnis chalcedonica 'Burning Love'

Burning Love Maltese Cross

Lychnis chalcedonica 'Burning Love'
Plant Type
Perennials & Annuals
Width
10-12 In.
Height
24-36 In.
USDA hardiness zone
3
Sun requirements
Full Sun, Part Shade
Water requirements
Low, Medium
Upright, clumping habit with medium green, oval hairy leaves that form a basal rosette. An easy to grow traditional cottage garden perennial. Burning Love is a compact version of the species with large showy clusters of 20-50 brilliant red blossoms June-August. Hummingbirds and bumblebees love the flowers. Prefers well drained soils and full sun.

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