Erysimum 'Desert Island' (Perennial Wallflower)

Erysimum 'Desert Island' (Perennial Wallflower)
Erysimum 'Desert Island' (Perennial Wallflower)
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    Aspect: Full Sun

    Soil Type: Mainly dry

    Colour: Yellow

Erysimum 'Desert Island' (Perennial Wallflower)

'Desert Island' has golden-yellow flowers, sometimes with feint golden veining, and green wallflower foliage. A neat, compact variety which is perfect for containers or the garden border.

Height x Spread: 35cm x 35cm

Erysimum are fast growing and happy in any sunny spot, provided the soil isn't boggy. They tolerate very dry soil once they are established. They are very hardy and last for several years.

Myth and Legend

In the 12th century, Troubadours would wear a sprig of wallflower to signify that their love survive time and misfortune. It is said that this is as a result of seeing the plant growing on the ruins of fallen towers, the rather romantic image of beauty and fragrance amongst desolation.

In Palestine, the wallflower is known as the 'blood drops of Christ'. It was introduced to Britain some 300 years ago, although some sources claim that it was originally introduced by the Romans.

Dreaming of wallflowers is said to be a sign to those in love that their sweetheart will be true to them.

Common name(s): Perennial Wallflower, Blister Cress, Hedge Mustard.

 

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