Lychnis ‘Atrosanguinea’ — Hardy Perennial, Bee-Friendly, 1L Pot (Set of 3 or 6)
Lychnis ‘Atrosanguinea’ — Hardy Perennial, Bee-Friendly, 1L Pot (Set of 3 or 6)
Lychnis ‘Atrosanguinea’ — a hardy herbaceous perennial with deep crimson-magenta and flowering june to august. A reliable nectar source for bees and pollinators. Supplied as a set of 3 or 6 well-rooted plants in 1L pots, grown peat-free at our Yorkshire nursery and ready to plant out.
At a glance
- Type: Hardy Herbaceous Perennial
- Mature size: 60–90 cm × 30–45 cm
- Flowering: June to August (Summer)
- Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade
- Attracts: Bees, Butterflies & Other Pollinators
- Supplied as: Set of 3 or 6 plants in 1L pots
The detail
Lychnis coronaria 'Atrosanguinea' is a classic cottage garden perennial, treasured for its rich, deep crimson-magenta flowers set against striking silvery-grey, woolly foliage. Flowering throughout the summer months, this eye-catching variety brings bold colour and soft texture to borders, gravel gardens and informal planting schemes. A reliable and low-maintenance performer, it thrives in well-drained soils and sunny positions, making it an excellent choice for both new and experienced gardeners.
This set includes 3 or 6 established plants, each supplied in a 1Ltr root-ball, ready to plant out and establish quickly in the garden. Lychnis Atrosanguinea is fully hardy and will return year after year, often self-seeding to create natural, relaxed drifts of colour. The flowers are attractive to pollinators, providing a valuable nectar source for bees and butterflies throughout the summer.
Why ours
Grown by us in Yorkshire, in peat-free compost, shipped in plastic-free packaging. Every plant arrives strong, well-rooted and ready to thrive — not weeks of waiting before it gets going. Each order includes access to our free care app with planting and seasonal care reminders.
How to grow
| Botanical name | Lychnis coronaria 'Atrosanguinea' (syn. Silene coronaria 'Atrosanguinea') |
| Mature size | 60–90 cm × 30–45 cm |
| Growth habit | Upright, Clump-Forming Perennial |
| Position | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Soil | Well-Drained, Moderately Fertile (tolerates poor and dry soils) |
| Flowering | June to August (Summer) |
| Hardiness | Fully Hardy (RHS H7) |
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies & Other Pollinators |
| Best for | Cottage Gardens, Borders, Gravel Gardens, Dry Gardens, Cut Flower Arrangements |
Frequently asked
Will it come back next year?
Yes — Lychnis ‘Atrosanguinea’ is a hardy herbaceous perennial. It will die back over winter and re-emerge in spring, returning bigger and stronger each year.
When will it flower?
Expect flowers from june to august (summer). Deadheading spent blooms promptly often encourages a second flush.
Is it really bee-friendly?
Yes — Lychnis ‘Atrosanguinea’ is a known nectar source and is regularly visited by bees, butterflies and other pollinators throughout its flowering season.
What size pot does it arrive in?
Sets are supplied as 3 or 6 individual plants in 1L pot, well-rooted and ready to plant out or pot on.