The Spruce / Evgeniya Vlasova Light For the best show, grow the flower of Bristol plant in full sun. The sunnier the spot, the more flowers your plant will produce and the bushier it will become. Flower of Bristol planted in a shady area will grow leggy and long. Soil Good soil drainage is required to grow the flower of Bristol successfully. Grown for its decorative and abundant 4 in. flowerheads (10 cm) from early to late summer, Maltese Cross thrives in full sun or part shade and enjoys moist, fertile , well-drained soils. May require support in windy situations. Some drought tolerance. Grows up to 2-4 ft. tall (60-120 cm) and 12 in. wide (30 cm). Will self sow.
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How to Grow and Care for Maltese Cross Plants
Stem and leaves are "hairy". Florets have four petals in a cross shape. A rounded flower head has many florets. By far the most common color is a deep red or scarlet red. Red-orange is also common. White and pink varieties also exist, though they are less common. Maltese Cross is native to Russia and Siberia. Silene chalcedonica ( syn. Lychnis chalcedonica ), the Maltese-cross [2] [3] [4] or scarlet lychnis, [3] [4] is a species of flowering plant in the family Caryophyllaceae, native to Eurasia. Other common names include flower of Bristol, Jerusalem cross [5] and nonesuch. [6] Maltese Cross plants are native to Eastern Europe and western Asia, but they quickly naturalized in Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and North African regions before coming to the New World with early colonists. Legend says that the Knights of Malta brought them to England from Jerusalem during the Crusades. The Maltese Cross, scientifically known as Lychnis chalcedonica, is a stunning perennial flower that is native to the Caucasus region of Eastern Europe. Revered for its vibrant red blooms and unique shape, this plant has gained popularity among gardeners and flower enthusiasts all around the world.
Maltese cross PlantLore
Description Maltese Cross is an erect deciduous perennial plant that grows about 20 to 40 inches tall. It has brilliant red flowers that have petals in the shape of the Maltese Cross that bloom in the summer months. It is a member of the Caryophyllaceae family that includes carnations and pinks. Maltese Cross is a popular herbaceious perennial that can attain a mature height of 3' with a 15" spread. While numeous cultivars have been introduced, the color orange-red color is the most popular. It's also known as Burning Love, Dusky Salmon or Jerusalem Cross. There are cultivars with pink or white blooms as well. Height: 90cm Spread: 60cm Hardy Attractive to wildlife Flower colour: Foliage colour: Position Soil London Pride, Lychnis chalcedonica, is also known as Maltese Cross or Jerusalem Cross, owing to its cross-shaped summer blooms. Maltese cross L. chalcedonica is an erect herbaceous perennial to 1m in height, with oval leaves and small, bright vermilion flowers in compact, domed heads 10-12cm in width Other common names common rose campion Constantinople campion see more cross of Jerusalem Synonyms Lychnis chalcedonica 'Red Cross' Lychnis chalcedonica
Lychnis Seeds Maltese Cross & Rose Campion Perennial Flower Seeds
Maltese Cross: USDA Zone: 2-9: Plant number: 1.335.050. Long popular in Cottage gardens, this is a rugged and easy perennial for any sunny border. Plants form an upright clump of bright green leaves, with taller stems in summer that bear large clusters of scarlet-orange flowers. Excellent for cutting. 7,091 views Dec 16, 2008 The Maltese cross, or lychnis chalcedonica, is a Eurasian plant that likes island temperatures and moisture. Grow the perennial Maltese cross by seeds or root.
Maltese Cross (Lychnis Chalcedonica) is a an under-appreciated perennial plant that offers stunning scarlet color for the garden, plus a unique story. Maltese Cross produces large, showy, bright red flowers in spring and early summer. They bloom from top to bottom of the plant over several weeks. After that, when the heat of summer arrives, foliage looks stressed and tends to brown. It works best for me to cut down the entire plant then, leaving only about 8 inches of stem length.
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Maltese cross (Lychnis chalcedonica) produces colorful displays of red flowers on long, straight stalks. At maturity, maltese cross reaches a height of 3 feet and grows out to approximately 15 inches. The rosette-shaped flowers attract butterflies and hummingbirds during early and mid-summer. Maltese cross, Lychnis chalcedonica, is native to Russia and hardy in zones 3 o 9. This perennial is relatively easy to grow in full sun and most soils. Avoid wet areas and poorly drained soils that tend to shorten its lifespan. This perennial self seeds readily resulting in plenty of seedlings to grow and share.
