About
Silene coeli-rosa, rose-of-heaven, is an erect, slender annual to 30 cm producing narrow, grey-green leaves and masses of funnel-shaped, lilac-pink, white-centred flowers from early summer. A rewarding and ornamental annual for a sunny, well-drained border or container.
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 usesBedding, containers, hanging baskets.
Care notes
CultivationPlant after last frost in fertile soil.
PruningDeadhead regularly.
PropagationGrow from seed in spring.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.