Variety Profile
This clump forming perennial bears pincushion flowers which are very attractive to butterflies. A striking deep crimson colour flecked with white, the flowers are borne on long elegant stems and are suitable for use as cut flowers. A beautiful wildflower best suited to informal settings.
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Cultural Care
K. 'Egyptian Rose' looks its best in wildflower or cottage gardens but could also be used in formal settings if mass planted in beds or borders. Use to edge informal pathways or plant at the base of garden ornaments to enhance the focal point.
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Plant Uses
K. 'Egyptian Rose' thrives in a warm, sunny site and will tolerate exteme cold conditions, summer heat and humidity. Always give plants occasional deep waterings during extended dry periods. Will grow in any moderately fertile, well drained soil although the addition of well rotted compost to the soil prior to planting is always beneficial to the garden.
K. 'Egyptian Rose' requires minimum pruning - just a light trim in early spring. Removing spent flowering stems is recommended to increase flower production. Use of a slow release fertiliser applied during the warmer months would be beneficial to overall performance.
Lasts well as cut flowers and also retains good colour if dried for crafts.
Attractive to butterflies.
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