About
This clump-forming, semi-evergreen perennial, to 45cm high, with dark-green, hairy, oval leaves. Clusters of starry pink flowers, with white eyes, are borne on branching, semi-trailing stems in late spring and summer.
About the genus
Silene can be annuals, biennials or herbaceous or evergreen perennials, with opposite, untoothed leaves and solitary or clustered flowers with 5, usually notched petals
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAlkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectWest-facing, South-facing, East-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH6
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitClump forming
FoliageSemi evergreen
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Patio and container plants, Rock garden, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
CultivationGrow in a well-drained, moderately fertile, neutral to alkaline soil in sun or partial shade. Protect from wet conditions in winter
PruningDeadhead to prolong flowering
PropagationPropagate by division or from basal cuttings
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free