Overview
Lychnis coronaria is a plant with a clump forming habit in the genus Silene, part of the Caryophyllaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Lychnis coronaria grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include wildlife gardens, wildflower meadows, cottage and informal gardens and flower borders and beds.
About
Silene coronaria, the rose campion, is a species of flowering plant in the family Caryophyllaceae, native to Eurasia. Other common names include dusty miller, mullein-pink and bloody William.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Silene
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Lychnis coronaria size, habit and characteristics
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Wildlife gardens, Wildflower meadows, Cottage and informal gardens, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Lychnis coronaria
- Propagation
- Seed, Division, Basal cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Lychnis coronaria?
Lychnis coronaria prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Lychnis coronaria need?
Lychnis coronaria is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Lychnis coronaria hardy in the UK?
Lychnis coronaria has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Lychnis coronaria?
Seed, Division, Basal cuttings.
More in the Silene genus
- Lychnis chalcedonica (Hessenhof Form)Maltese Cross
- Lychnis coronaria 'Alba'Rose Campion
- Silene dioica 'Clifford Moor' (v)
- Silene dioica 'Rosea Plena' (d)
- Silene firma
- Silene keiskeiKeisuke campion
- Silene keiskei var. minor
- Silene schafta 'Persian Carpet'
