Lychnis - Vesuvius - Lychnis arkwrightii - Vivid red colour, striking display - Fresh Seeds

Lychnis Vesuvius (Lychnis arkwrightii) is a truly eye catching perennial that brings a real flame of colour into your garden. It forms dense, compact clumps about 30-40 cm tall and produces large scarlet orange flowers that stand out from a distance. When it blooms, the purple tinted leaves create a beautiful contrast with the intense flower colour, giving a striking, almost theatrical effect. This plant adds depth and energy to borders while still feeling natural and graceful. It works beautifully in modern designs as well as more informal, wildlife friendly spaces. It looks excellent in perennial borders, rock garden planting, and alongside plants with silvery foliage. With its vivid tones, it can easily become the centrepiece of a planting scheme and keep your garden looking lively through the summer with very little effort.

Sowing depth

Sow the seeds at a depth of about 0.5 cm. This gives them good access to light and moisture, supporting even germination and healthy seedling growth.

Sowing time under cover

The best time to sow under cover is from April to June. During this period, young plants have the right conditions to develop well and strengthen before planting out.

Planting time

Plant the young plants into their final position from July to September. By then they are well rooted and ready to cope with changing weather while settling quickly into their new spot.

Plant spacing

Space plants at 25 x 30 cm. This allows them to spread comfortably and form neat, elegant clumps that keep their decorative value for years.

Flowering time

Lychnis Vesuvius flowers generously from June to August. Its blooms in deep red and orange tones brighten the garden all summer long, bringing warmth and an atmosphere that is hard to resist.

Growing tips

This is an easy, undemanding plant, suitable even for beginner gardeners. It grows best in full sun in free draining, moderately fertile soil. It does not like excess moisture, so avoid waterlogged areas. Lychnis Vesuvius is fully hardy and does not need winter protection, making it a low maintenance choice. Removing faded flowers regularly can extend the flowering period and encourages fresh growth. With its small needs and outstanding looks, it is an excellent addition to both traditional and contemporary planting schemes.

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Pack contents

The pack contains 0.1 g of seeds. The packaging includes growing guidance and a sow by date.