Jerusalem cross 'Maltese Cross'

Lychnis chalcedonica

How to grow Jerusalem cross 'Maltese Cross'

  • Full Sun

  • Low

Plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to apply water fairly sparingly. Keep in mind when planting that Maltese Cross is thought of as hardy, so Maltese Cross will tend to go dormant or grow slowly over the winter months.

Growing Maltese Cross from seed

Soil temperature should be kept higher than 20°C / 68°F to ensure good germination.

Transplanting Maltese Cross

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Maltese Cross is a hardy plant.

Harvesting Maltese Cross

Maltese Cross folklore & trivia

Long a favorite, this plant has been grown by gardeners for at least several hundred years. Reportedly, Thomas Jefferson grew it at Monticello.

Other Names for Jerusalem cross 'Maltese Cross'

Burning Love, Jerusalem Cross, London Pride, Flower of Bristol