Other common names
cross flower, gand flower, gang flower, gay wings, procession flower, Rogation flower, llysiau crist
Herbaceous Perennial
A widespread native wildflower with rather sprawly, woody-based stems up to 20cm, bearing very small, oval, evergreen leaves and sprays of small flowers that are usually blue but can be purple, pink or white. A food plant for the dark green Fritillary butterfly as well as supplying pollen and nectar
Position
Full sun, Partial shade
Soil Types
Chalk, Loam, Sand