Orange Zwerg catchfly
Lychnis 'Orange Zwerg'
USDA zones5 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles dry to moderate soil
Size12 to 18 inches tall9 to 12 inches wide
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Bloom color
- Orange
Notes
'Orange Zwerg' catchfly (Lychnis 'Orange Zwerg') is a perennial for borders, rock gardens, and containers. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full sun and dry to average soil. It grows 12 to 18 inches tall and 9 to 12 inches wide. Orange flowers appear from early to late summer, and the plant tolerates drought. Deer tend to browse other plants first.
Pairs well with Feather reed grass, Blue grama, and Mugwort.