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Erysimum x cheiri 'Fair Lady'

Also Known As

  • Cheiranthus cheiri 'Fair Lady'
  • Fair Lady Wallflower

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 12"-18"
  • W: 6"-12"

planting zones

  • 7a-8b

Erysimum x cheiri 'Fair Lady' plant details

Erysimum x cheiri 'Fair Lady' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer orange flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in alkaline, average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Erysimum x cheiri 'Fair Lady'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: brassicaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: orange blooms in spring and summer
Uses: edging plant, fragrant, heirloom, rock garden, showy, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Erysimum x cheiri 'Fair Lady'

USDA Zones: 7a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: alkaline, average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A staple of English cottage gardens since it was introduced in 1573, wallflowers were once available with double flowers. This perfumed single form has flower spikes of mixed colors as well as speckled and shaded bicolor blooms. Grow in alkaline, well-drained soil. Poisonous.

Gardening facts about Erysimum x cheiri 'Fair Lady' plant

How to Grow Erysimum x cheiri 'Fair Lady'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • alkaline
    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • orange
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen

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