Centranthus ruber Albus

Flower colour

Flower style:
Clusters/sprays and umbels

Foliage colour

Foliage style:
Medium, oval

Sun

Partial shade

Shade

Well drained

Moist well drained

Moist

Aquatic

Bog/marginal

Hardiness

Zone
0
Plant size:
80cm
Centranthus ruber 'Albus' (Valerian) Height: 80cm Spread: 45cm
45cm
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Centranthus ruber 'Albus'

Valerian
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Scientific family:
Valerianaceae
Type:
Herbaceous perennial
Garden style:
Cottage/informal, seaside or wildflower
Position:
Border
Characteristics:
Salt resistant/coastal and drought tolerant
Soil:
Sand, rock, chalk or silt
Wildlife:
Attracts bees and attracts butterflies
pH:
Alkaline or neutral
Aspect:
South or west
Exposure:
Exposed
Growth rate:
Fast
Shape:
Erect
Maintenance:
Little or no maintenance
Time to maturity:
2-5 years
Description:
Centranthus ruber 'Albus' is a white form of the more common red Valerian. A hardy, upright perennial that thrives in poor soils, it's ideal for a sunny wildflower or seaside garden. It needs full sun to flower well.

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by Eva Maria Oelschlegel
Last updated 19 Jun 2012
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