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    LYCHNIS
    LYCHNIS
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    LYCHNIS

    Commonly known as Campion, Catchfly

    Genus of 15-20 species of biennials and perennials found in sites ranging from damp meadows and woodland to alpine habitats in northern temperate and arctic regions.

    The native ragged robin, L. flos-cuculi is a pretty plant of marshes and woodland. It is a valuable wildlife plant attracting bees and butterflies.

    Many ideas about the name's origin. Possibly from a simple garment from medieval times.

    Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
    • Place of origin
      Northern temperate and arctic regions.
    • Herbaceous
      Early in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.
      Biennials and perennials
    • Butterfly friendly
    • Rabbit Resistant
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    Herbaceous Plants - Video Collection
    Lychnis - Care Guide

    Varieties
    LYCHNIS chalcedonica
    Maltese cross
    Star-shaped, scarlet flowers on stiff stems
     
    1.5 to 2 Litre
    £13.50
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    Available from December to January
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    LYCHNIS coronaria 'Alba'
    Pure white flowers
     
    1.5 to 2 Litre
    £13.50
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    Available again from NOVEMBER / DECEMBER 2025
    Despatch will be anytime during November or December as stock becomes available. Bareroot hedging and roses can be delayed by unfavourable weather conditions.
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    Useful extras...

    Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
    All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
    All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants. Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
    1 ltr
    £8.50
    Vermin & Pest Control
    Slug Pellets
    Slug killer blue mini pellets are easy to use and give effective control of slugs and snails. Ideal in garden, conservatory or greenhouse.
    800g
    £6.50
    Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
    Blood, Fish & Bone
    Improves vegetable, fruit and flower quality. Blood, Fish and Bone contains three major nutrients essential for strong and healthy growth.
    1.5 kg
    £6.50
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