About
Silene armeria, sweet William catchfly, is an upright, sticky annual or biennial to 60 cm producing grey-green, clasp-like leaves and flat-topped clusters of bright, deep-pink flowers from early to late summer. A charming and rewarding annual for a sunny, well-drained border or wildflower meadow.
About the genus
Silene, the campions and catchflies, are annuals, biennials and perennials producing two-lipped or notched petals in white, pink or red flowers, often with an inflated or sticky calyx. Excellent plants for a sunny, well-drained border, rock garden or wildflower meadow.
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.