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Jerusalem Cross

Jerusalem Cross is a herbaceous perennial plant. Jerusalem Cross will grow to 14 – 39 inches (35 – 100 cm) tall with no branching from the main stem. Jerusalem Cross forms its bright red inflorescence at the end of each stem in spring/ summer. Jerusalem Cross prefers full sun – part shade, and moist well drained soil.

Scientific Name:  Silene chalcedonica

Common Name: Jerusalem Cross, Flower of Bristol

Family: Caryophyllaceae

Genus: Silene

Hardiness: Zone 3a

Locations: Entrance beds at Pioneer Village

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