{"product_id":"lamp-flower-rose-campion-300-seeds","title":"Lamp Flower, Rose Campion= 300 seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eScientific name: Lychnis coronaria (syn. Silene coronaria)Common names: Rose Campion, Mullein Pink, Lamp FlowerFamily: Caryophyllaceae (Pink family)Type: Short-lived perennial or biennial, often grown as a self-seeding ornamentalAppearanceFlowers: Brilliant magenta-pink blooms (sometimes white or pale rose cultivars). Each flower is about 1 inch wide with five rounded petals.Foliage: Silvery-gray, felted, woolly leaves and stems that provide striking contrast to the vivid flowers.Height\/Spread: Typically 18–30 inches tall, spreading about 12–18 inches wide.Bloom Time: Early to mid-summer, often blooming over several weeks.Growing ConditionsSunlight: Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.Soil: Thrives in average, well-drained soil; drought-tolerant once established.Watering: Moderate to low water needs—avoid overly wet soil.Hardiness: USDA Zones 4–8 (may reseed in cooler or warmer climates).Garden UsesExcellent for cottage gardens, wildflower meadows, and mixed borders.Works well in rock gardens due to drought tolerance.Its silvery foliage provides year-round texture, even when not in bloom.Attracts butterflies and pollinators.Care  MaintenanceDeadheading: Encouraged to prolong blooming, but allow some flowers to go to seed if you want natural reseeding.Pruning: Cut back spent stalks after flowering to tidy up the plant.Reseeding: Self-seeds readily; can be invasive if unchecked, but usually welcome in naturalized gardens.Longevity: Individual plants are short-lived, but reseeding ensures a continuous presence.Traditional  Folklore NotesHistorically, Lychnis coronaria was sometimes planted near homes and gardens for its lamp-like brightness (hence “Lamp Flower”).The felted foliage inspired associations with protection and resilience in folklore.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Usacoltrade","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48524513181918,"sku":"2LXXE5L","price":7.43,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/2623\/4334\/files\/Output_322.jpg?v=1785395376","url":"https:\/\/usacoltrade.com\/products\/lamp-flower-rose-campion-300-seeds","provider":"Usacoltrade","version":"1.0","type":"link"}