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Centranthus ruber Coccineus

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

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3 young plants arrived a bit wilted, but they survived planting in the ground; however, no flowering this summer... hoping for better next spring.

Chris, 05/11/2024

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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°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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Description

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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Centranthus ruber Coccineus (Flowering) Flowering
Centranthus ruber Coccineus (Foliage) Foliage
Centranthus ruber Coccineus (Plant habit) Plant habit

Flowering

Flower colour red
Flowering time May to September
Flower size 6 cm
Fragrance slightly scented

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour medium green

Plant habit

Height at maturity 80 cm
Spread at maturity 60 cm
Growth rate fast

Botanical data

Genus

Centranthus

Species

ruber

Cultivar

Coccineus

Family

Valerianaceae

Other common names

Red Valerian, Jupiter's Beard, Spur Valerian

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Product reference72302

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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°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
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