Overview
Silene keiskei var. minor is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Silene, part of the Caryophyllaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Silene keiskei var. minor 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 keiskei var. minor is a clump-forming deciduous perennial belonging to the genus Silene, which includes annuals, biennials, and both herbaceous and evergreen perennials with opposite, toothless leaves. This cultivar thrives in full sun on south-facing, exposed sites with well-drained, neutral loam soil. It is hardy to UK zone H6 and is best grown in fertile, moist soil. Silene keiskei var. minor is suitable for cottage and informal gardens, wildflower meadows, wildlife gardens, and flower borders, offering interest during the summer and autumn seasons.
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 keiskei var. minor 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 keiskei var. minor
- Propagation
- Seed
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Silene keiskei var. minor?
Silene keiskei var. minor prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Silene keiskei var. minor need?
Silene keiskei var. minor grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Silene keiskei var. minor hardy in the UK?
Silene keiskei var. minor 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 keiskei var. minor?
Seed.
More in the Silene genus
- Lychnis chalcedonica (Hessenhof Form)Maltese Cross
- Lychnis coronaria
- Lychnis coronaria 'Alba'Rose Campion
- Silene dioica 'Clifford Moor' (v)
- Silene dioica 'Rosea Plena' (d)
- Silene firma
- Silene keiskeiKeisuke campion
- Silene schafta 'Persian Carpet'
