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Butterflies🐝 Needs pollinatorsLychnis chalcedonica, commonly known as Maltese cross, is a perennial flowering plant in the Caryophyllaceae family, native to Russia and southeastern Europe. It is distinguished by its bright scarlet-red flowers arranged in dense, flat-topped clusters that resemble the Maltese cross symbol, blooming from June to August.
Well-draining soil; tolerates poor to medium fertility
Heliotropium arborescens
Thrives in the same full sun, moderate water conditions as Maltese cross
