Lychnis chalcedonica Maltese Cross Edible Stalks silvery blue-green needles

silvery blue-green needles

delicate flowers may appear in the warmer months

Edible Shoots

This variety thrives in full sun to part shade and adapts to a wide range of well-drained soils

scale-like foliage arranged in flat sprays

Lychnis chalcedonica Maltese Cross Edible Stalks silvery blue-green needlesCommon Name: Maltese Cross Description: Lychnis chalcedonica Maltese Cross is a striking, upright perennial known for its vivid clusters of scarlet red flowers that form dense, rounded heads atop tall stems. Each individual bloom features distinctive cross shaped petals, creating a bold and eye catching display throughout late spring and summer. The bright flowers contrast beautifully against the plants mid green, slightly hairy foliage, adding strong