RE: Centranthus ruber

Susan  Saxton wrote:

>I planted a centranthus rubra
>about 2 years ago in a dryish, sloping, rock garden facing west.  I had seen
>pictures for years and loved it, but was so worried about its "voracious
>spreading" I kept reading about.
>
>After two years it is a nice clump and literally does not stop blooming.  I
>have not found ONE seedling -- I wish I did!
>
>Can't comment on your growing conditions, but here in Oregon, it has been no
>problem for me.
>

Thanks, Susan. Just the encouragement I needed! If the plant is not a
problematic self-seeder in a moist climate like yours, it should be very
well-behaved in a dry climate like mine?? We'll see! What did you plant it
with? I'm thinking Russian Sage.

Myrna, Zone 3, Montana

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