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Exposurefull sun
Waterlow
Typeannual
Distribution
Centranthus ruber rubra
Red Valerian
Flower Colors
Description
A woody-based perennial, sometimes grown as a biennial, with grey-green leaves and dense clusters of crimson, pink or white, slightly fragrant flowers from late spring to autumn
Mature Height
1m
Mature Spread
0.5m
Plant Characteristics
Foliage
Evergreen
Growth Habit
Upright
Growth Speed
Moderate · 0.3 m/yr
Soil Texture
ChalkLoamSand
Soil pH
AlkalineNeutral
Soil Moisture
Well-drained
Hardiness (USDA)
Zones 2-12
Flowering Season
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Key Features
Drought resistantGenerally pest-freeCoastalCottage and informal gardenWildlife gardensGravel gardenMediterranean climate plantsFlower borders and beds
Available Variants
| Container Size | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| VS8476J | €4.82 |
All prices include VAT. Availability may vary by season.