Lychnis flos-cuculi Jenny
'Lychjen' USPP #14,139, COPF
"Ragged Robin"

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BENEFITS
Provides a huge mass of color for 6 to 8 weeks in May to June.

BLOOM SEASON & HABIT
Soft lavender-pink flowers in early summer and a short upright habit.

LOCATION
Sun to light shade. USDA Hardiness Zones 3 to 7. See our Growing Zones page to reference growing zones in your area.

USE
Good for informal flower borders or beds. Combines well with Russian Sage, Black-Eyed Susan and Yarrow.

SIZE
16" to 18" tall by 15" wide in 2 years. Use 3 to 4 plants per square yard.

CULTURE
Needs well-drained soil. During its heavy blooming period, protection from strong winds or temporary staking may be needed. A severe cutback after peak flowering will provide a lighter repeat blooming into July. Also see our General Planting Tips for more information.