Wildflowers
Lychnis flos-cuculi - Ragged Robin
Ragged Robin
Deeply divided starry shaped Ragged Robin flowers are very attractive to butterflies, bumblebees and honeybees as it's a great source of nectar. It grows well in swathes either in grass or by the waters edge.
- Plant type
- Perennial
- Position
- Full Sun to Partial Sun
- Height
- 45cm
- Spread
- 30cm
Growing calendar
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Sow indoors
Sow outdoors
Flowering
Sowing & growing
Sow under cover Feb-May or Sep-Nov in seed compost, do not cover as light is needed for germination. Keep temperature at 20°C. Alternatively sow directly outside where they are to grow in Apr-Jul. Thin seedlings to 50cm apart.
Aftercare
Requires little attention, deadhead to encourage further flowers and prevent self-seeding.
Gallery
Ref. SEL021