Cuckoo flower

Lycnis flos-cuculi

  • Family
    Caryophyllaceae
  • Life cycle
    Hardy perennial
  • Location
    Full sun
  • Winter Hardiness
    Hardiness from -5° to -20°C
  • Water
    Regular
  • Soil Requirements
    Well-drained

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A perennial herbaceous plant with an upright habit, the cuckoo flower can reach a total height of 70 cm.

The plant begins its flowering period in mid-May and is characterized by delicate pinkish inflorescences.

The young shoots of the cuckoo flower are edible and can be eaten stewed like spinach. They can also be added to omelettes or to fillings with fresh pasta or savory pies.

  • Our aromatic herbs are sold in vase diameter 12 cm (unless specified exceptions)
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  • Useful advice on Cuckoo flower? Sprinkle vegetation after flowering! This will make it vigorous and the vegetation will always be thick!

Vase 18 cm

Weight1 kg