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01/01/98

Lychnis X arkwrightii--Arkwright's Campion

Hardiness Zones: 3 to 10                                    
Height: 24 in   Spread: 15 in                               
Type: herbaceous perennial                                  
Flowers: Red                                                

Comments: L. X arkwrightii are hybrids between L.           
chalcedonica and other hybrids of garden origin.  Pinch     
the plants early in the season to induce branching for      
bushier plants.  Plant in a soil with good drainage.        
Awkwright's Campion sometimes acts as a biennial.           

Propagation: Propagate by seed or division.                 

Cultivars:                                                  
   'Vesuvius' - Bronze foliage is combined with orange-red  
     flowers.                                               

References for Cultivars: Walters Gardens 1997.             

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