Centranthus ruber 'Coccineus' - P9

Description
The Red valerian 'Coccineus' (Centranthus ruber) is an upright perennial that forms scarlet-red, star-shaped flowers arranged in panicles from June to September. Its lanceolate leaves are dark green. In a sunny location with well-drained, loose soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 80 cm and is approx. 50 cm wide. The Red valerian 'Coccineus' is well tolerant of frost.

Bulletpoints
* Cut flower

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Red valerian 'Coccineus' are dark green, lanceolate.

Frost hardiness
The Red valerian 'Coccineus' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Upright.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Planting partner
The Red valerian 'Coccineus' sets beautiful accents together with: Garden primrose, cylindrical spurge.

Tasks
Cut back: In the period from September to October.

Care
- If the plant is divided every 2-3 years and weak roots and shoots are removed, the reward is better growth and flowering vigour! - If the plant is watered less frequently but thoroughly and penetratingly, the roots are encouraged to penetrate deeper into the soil. This helps the plant to survive periods of drought.

Flower
Centranthus ruber 'Coccineus' forms star-shaped, scarlet-red flowers arranged in panicles from June.

Use
Cutting, group planting, rock garden, cottage garden, scented garden