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Centranthus ruber Coccineus

Centranthus ruber Coccineus
Red Valerian, Jupiter's Beard, Spur Valerian

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They have taken well to being planted in the ground.

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A clump-forming perennial with remarkable red flowers. Perfect for a cottage garden.
Flower size
6 cm
Height at maturity
80 cm
Spread at maturity
60 cm
Exposure
Sun
Hardiness
Hardy down to -20.5°C
Soil moisture
Dry soil
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Recommended planting time March to May
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Flowering time May to September
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Centranthus ruber 'Coccineus', or red valerian, is a beautiful clump-forming perennial with remarkable red flowers. It has an exceptional flowering period, even more so if you prune the dry stems. It spreads and requires little care.

 

It easily self-seeds, and sometimes settles in curious places like a crack in a wall. It prefers dryness and sunlight. If you don't want it to spread, simply cut the faded flowers before they form seeds.

For a pretty display, plant it alongside its cousin, the white valerian.

 

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Planting and care

Plant in full sun or possibly in partial shade in neutral to limestone, even rocky, soil. Valerians prefer well-drained, even poor, soil. They withstand drought well. You can prune the inflorescences after flowering to encourage a second bloom and prevent self-seeding.

 

 

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Planting period

Recommended planting time March to May

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow, Rockery
Type of use Border, Slope
Hardiness Hardy down to -20.5°C (USDA zone 6b) Show map
Planting density 5 per m2
Exposure Sun
Soil pH Neutral, Calcareous
Soil type Chalky (poor, alkaline and well-drained), Clayey-chalky (heavy and alkaline), Silty-loamy (rich and light), Stony (poor and well-drained)
Soil moisture Dry soil, well-drained

Care

Pruning No pruning necessary
Overwinter Can be left in the ground
4,2/5

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