Lipstick Maltese Cross is a rugged perennial with upright bronze-green foliage. Tall stems sport large scarlet red-orange flowers in summer that are followed by attractive seedpods in fall. Best color in full sun and moist well-drained soil. Drought tolerant once established.
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 Height:  | 
 3' - 4'  | 
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 Spread:  | 
 1.5' - 2'  | 
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 Spacing:  | 
 2’  | 
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 USDA Hardiness Zone:  | 
 4 - 8  | 
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 Bloom Color:  | 
 Red  | 
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. No serious pests or diseases.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Rock Gardens, Groundcover, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Maiden Grass, Gayfeather, Catmint