Lychnis flos-jovis nana 'Peggy'
flower of Jove 'Peggy'
A low-growing perennial to around 25cm high, forming a mat of slightly hairy grey-green leaves. From early to late summer, upright stems bear small, domed clusters of flat, deep reddish pink flowers
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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
Spring | Green Grey Silver | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Summer | Red Pink | Green Grey Silver | ||
Autumn | Green Grey Silver | |||
Winter | Green Grey Silver |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H6Botanical details
- Family
- Caryophyllaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Semi evergreen
- Habit
- Matforming
- Genus
Silene can be annuals, biennials or herbaceous or evergreen perennials, with opposite, untoothed leaves and solitary or clustered flowers with 5, usually notched petals
- Name status
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in any moderately fertile, well-drained soil, happiest in full sun but will tolerate partial shade. Protect from excess winter wet
Propagation
Propagate by basal softwood cuttings in spring
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Gravel garden
- Patio and container plants
- Rock garden
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Deadhead to encourage more flowers
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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