Viscaria 'Cherry Bubbles'
ragged robin (syn. Lychnis 'Cherry Bubbles')
With its vibrant cherry-pink, lollipop-shaped flowers and a long blooming period, this plant brings a burst of colour to any...
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Plant description
With its vibrant cherry-pink, lollipop-shaped flowers and a long blooming period, this plant brings a burst of colour to any garden from mid-spring to mid-summer. Viscaria 'Cherry Bubbles' boasts a compact, upright growth habit that remains tidy and easy to maintain, making it ideal for both containers and sunny garden beds. Its slender green leaves form a neat mound, and the plant's resilience to poor soil, drought, and heat, once established, makes it a versatile choice for diverse garden conditions. While moderately short-lived for a perennial (3-4 years), not only does it attract butterflies and bees, but it also proves to be disease-resistant and low-maintenance.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil, or peat-free general purpose compost
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Viscaria Cherry Bubbles:
Viscaria thrives in well-drained soil, preferably in full sun or partial shade. Plant in a location where it can receive at least six hours of sunlight daily for optimal flowering. Before planting, enrich the soil with organic matter to ensure good soil health and improve heavier or lighter soils. Once established, this hardy perennial benefits from regular watering during dry spells to keep the soil consistently moist. Deadhead spent flowers to prolong blooming and trim back the plant after flowering to encourage a tidy shape and prevent self-seeding. In late autumn or early spring, cut back the foliage to encourage a tidy shape and prevent self-seeding. In late autumn or early spring, cut back the foliage to encourage fresh growth for the following season. Adding a layer of mulch around the base will help protect the roots in colder climates and retain soil moisture.
Please note:
This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
