Centranthus ruber Coccineus Peltoboykinia Despite its long bloom period

Despite its long bloom period it rarely looks shabby

protruding sex organ (spadix) which provides a dramatic contrast to the purple of the pitcher (spathe)

As a houseplant

sandpapery green leaves make a superb 6" tall

Centranthus ruber Coccineus Peltoboykinia Despite its long bloom periodWe have long valued the Mediterranean Centranthus ruber 'Coccineus' as a great garden perennial. Jupiter's beard emerges in spring with glaucous green foliage adorning the base of the 3' tall flowering spikes that end with terminal clusters of tiny, reddish pink, fragrant flowers. Peak flowering for us is May (NC), but Centranthus ruber continues producing flower spikes through the remainder of the summer and is a magnet for butterflies. As with all