Lychnis flos-cuculi ‘White Robin’ seeds -( Ragged Robin, Cuckoo Flower)

Description

Lychnis  ‘White Robin’ seeds produce a  pretty, easy care plant . This plant has deep green foliage  forming  a mound. From this mound come the airy graceful flowers with their ragged petals , which stand high above the leaves on dark red stems. It likes soils which are moist such as the banks of streams and ponds, but can also tolerate averagely dry  soils. The plant   grows in its natural habitat in moist fields and grasslands. White Robin  can tolerate partial shade, and is attractive to bees and butterflies. It makes   an excellent cut flower and flowers in its first year from seed. Plants of this are sometimes available see the plants page https://www.owairakaseeds.co.nz/product-category/p-plants-p/

Note that we have increased the amount of Lychnis flos-cuculi ‘White Robin’ seeds in the packet due to the germination rate being lower than expected

Sowing advice

Sow in spring and summer in pots or trays on the surface of moist seed raising mix. Don’t cover the seed as light aids germination. Keep the seed moist and at about 20 deg C. germination will occur in about 2-3 weeks.