Common
name: "Jerusalem Cross"
Latin name: Lychnis haageana 'Molten Lava'
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Zone: 4
- 7
Elevation to: 9500'
Growth habit: Clump forming
Max height: 12 - 16"
Spread: 12"
Flowers: Yes, June - Sept Flower type: Cymes
Native to area: No
Available varieties: 5+
Sunshine:
Water:
Pictured:
Perennial
Cultivation:
Plant Jerusalem Cross in full sun in well drained soil. It
tolerates most all soil types
and short periods of drought well. Jerusalem Cross is an excellent choice for
mountain flower beds.
Propagation:
Jerusalem Cross seed can be started in a cold frame or greenhouse in early spring
and moved outdoors after danger of frost has passed. For much
quicker growth purchase pre-started plants at your local Garden
Center. Space new transplants 12" to 16" apart depending
on how quickly you want the area to fill in.
Once the perennial becomes established plants may be dug and divided in spring.
