Centranthus ruber 'Coccineus' (Red Valerian, Jupiter's Beard)
100 seeds $3.50
Centranthus ruber is a first-year flowering perennial . The large, bushy plants bloom in late spring to early summer, and they repeat bloom if they are cut back by one-third after the first flush of bloom is over. The clusters of reddish-pink flowers attract hummingbirds and butterflies .
Centranthus ruber 'Coccineus' is also known as Red Valerian, Jupiter's Beard, Keys of Heaven, and Centranthus ruber var. coccineus. It tolerates drought , shade , and poor soil. Hardy in zones 4-9.
height 36" spacing 15"
Sowing Centranthus ruber 'Coccineus' Seeds
Start centranthus seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Or sow outdoors in late spring. Barely cover the seeds with soil. Full sun to part shade.