Overview
Silene aomorensis is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Silene, part of the Caryophyllaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Silene aomorensis grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, wildflower meadow, wildlife gardens and flower borders and beds.
About
Silene aomorensis is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial in the Caryophyllaceae that carries its flowers through the summer months. It has deciduous foliage and suits south-facing, exposed positions in full sun. Plant it into a well-drained neutral loam to avoid waterlogging. Flowering runs from June to September, providing extended summer interest.
About the genus
Silene is a genus of flowering plants in the family Caryophyllaceae. Containing between 500 and 900 species, it is the largest genus in the family. Common names include campion and catchfly.
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In the garden
Silene aomorensis belongs to the large genus Silene within the Caryophyllaceae and sits among many species that occur across the northern hemisphere. As a herbaceous perennial it dies back after the growing season, regrowing each year from a clump-forming rootstock and producing its main display in summer. Place Silene aomorensis in a sunny, south-facing and exposed spot where air movement reduces the risk of damp around the crowns. It prefers a neutral loam that drains freely; avoid heavy, water-retentive soils. In the UK it is rated H6 (very hardy), so it tolerates ordinary winter conditions across most regions without extra winter protection. Use individual plants to build informal groups in cottage-style borders, add them into wildflower meadows where a summer-flowering perennial is needed, or plant to support wildlife-focused beds. Because the foliage is deciduous and the habit clump-forming, allow summer flowering to run its course from June to September before assessing whether any spent material needs cutting back to tidy the border.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Silene
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Silene aomorensis size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Wildflower meadow, Wildlife gardens, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Silene aomorensis
- Propagation
- Seed
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Silene aomorensis?
Silene aomorensis prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Silene aomorensis need?
Silene aomorensis grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Silene aomorensis hardy in the UK?
Silene aomorensis has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Silene aomorensis?
Seed.
More in the Silene genus
- Lychnis chalcedonica (Hessenhof Form)Maltese Cross
- Lychnis coronaria 'Alba'Rose Campion
- Silene fimbriatafringed-flowered campion
