Maltese Cross Flower Deer Resistant

Maltese cross is an early summer blooming perennial that bears tight clusters of bright scarlet cross shaped flowers on long stalksthe striking flowers attract butterflies and hummingbirds.

Maltese cross flower deer resistant. Butterflies hummingbirds and gardeners all love this old fashioned easy to grow deer resistant perennial. Cover then lightly with soil and then keep them moist until germination. Sow seeds indoors in spring 6 to 8 weeks before the last spring frost date. Approximately 120 140 maltese cross seeds per packet.

Plants form an upright clump of bright green leaves with taller stems in summer that bear large clusters of scarlet orange flowers. Propagate by seed in pots in a cold frame as soon as seed is ripe or in spring. Long popular in cottage gardens this is a rugged and easy perennial for any sunny border. Deadhead to encourage flowering then cut down in the fall.

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