Rose campion (Lychnis coronaria) is a plant in the annuals and biennials category that can grow 50cm – 1.5m tall and 10cm – 50cm wide.
This plant has several common names including: rose campion, Bridget-in-her-bravery, corn rose, crown of the field, dusty miller, garland flower, mullein pink, pink mullein or red bird’s eye.
This is a semi-evergreen plant that takes 1-2 years to reach full maturity.
Plant profile
Common name: rose campion, Bridget-in-her-bravery, corn rose, crown of the field, dusty miller, garland flower, mullein pink, pink mullein, red bird’s eye
Scientific name: Lychnis coronaria
Plant type: Annual / Biennial
Habit: Clump-forming
Height: 50cm – 1.5m
Spread: 10cm – 50cm
Foliage: Semi-evergreen
Sunlight: Full Sun, Partial shade
Soil: Loam, Sand
Moisture: Well drained
Garden type: City & Courtyard Gardens, Coastal, Informal Garden, Patio & Container Garden, Wildflower meadow
Planting type: Flower borders and bedding
Other characteristics: RHS Award of Garden Merit
Seasonal colors
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How to plant Rose campion (Lychnis coronaria) – Wouter Hagens, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
Cultivation profiles – Growing Rose campion (Lychnis coronaria) – Wouter Hagens, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
