Maltese Cross Flower Deer Resistant

The eight points on the maltese cross a symbol adopted by the knights of malta in 1126 were said to reflect the knights eight obligations or aspirations.

Maltese cross flower deer resistant. In rich soils this may need to be. This bright red tall perennial is pest free and deer resistant. Bee balm monarda didym. Maltese cross seeds 50 seeds 50 red maltese cross lynchins heirloom deer resistant flower seeds.

A long time favorite of gardeners lychnis chalcedonica maltese cross is a herbaceous perennial that deserves a spot in the sunny landscape. 50 lychnis heirloom angels blush maltese cross perennial flower seeds deer resistant. Very attractive with its upright clump of lush bright green foliage topped by large densely packed round clusters of brilliant scarlet flowers it enjoys a long season of interest is easy to grow trouble free reliable long lived and adds bold splashes of color where needed. It s an excellent cut flower and cutting and deadheading will prolong its bloom period.

The maltese cross flower structure resembles this historical graphic which is now a common firefighter symbol. While no plant can be guaranteed to be deer proof some types of plants are less tasty to a deer. Maltese cross lychnis chalcedonica is an heirloom flower that has been grown in american gardens since colonial times. Its scarlet colored bloom clusters begin in june and continue through august.

We found the followng list of plants from the local home depot nursery. Maltese cross youtube this bright red tall perennial is pest free and deer resistant. More buying choices 16 60 2 new offers maltese cross lychnis chalcedonica red flower 1600 seeds. Cover then lightly with soil and then keep them moist until germination.

Deer tend to avoid some plants and relish others. Long popular in cottage gardens this is a rugged and easy perennial for any sunny border. Usually ships within 3 to 5 weeks. Finding deer resistant plants.

Butterflies hummingbirds and gardeners all love this old fashioned easy to grow deer resistant perennial. Lychnis lychnis chalcedonica this lychnis also known as maltese cross or jerusalem cross is easily established by sowing lychnis seeds. Approximately 120 140 maltese cross seeds per packet. Maltese cross is an early summer blooming perennial that bears tight clusters of bright scarlet cross shaped flowers on long stalksthe striking flowers attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

Maltese cross prefers consistently moist soil once transplanted outdoors. Hummingbirds cannot leave the blooms alone. In short the perfect perennial. Other common names maltese cross jerusalem cross common rose campion constantinople campion cross of jerusalem fireball flower of bristow flower of constantinople gardener s delight gardener s eye great candlestick knight s cross london pride meadow campion none such red robin scarlet lightning scarlet lychnis tears of christ.