Overview
Silene schafta 'Persian Carpet' is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Silene, part of the Caryophyllaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Silene schafta 'Persian Carpet' 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 schafta 'Persian Carpet' is a clump-forming deciduous perennial cultivar within the Silene genus, 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 in the UK to H6 and is best suited for cottage and informal gardens, wildflower meadows, wildlife gardens, and flower borders or beds. 'Persian Carpet' is notable for its interest during the summer and autumn seasons and prefers fertile, moist soil conditions.
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 schafta 'Persian Carpet' 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 schafta 'Persian Carpet'
- Propagation
- Seed
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Silene schafta 'Persian Carpet'?
Silene schafta 'Persian Carpet' prefers full sun. It suits exposed positions.
What soil does Silene schafta 'Persian Carpet' need?
Silene schafta 'Persian Carpet' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Silene schafta 'Persian Carpet' hardy in the UK?
Silene schafta 'Persian Carpet' 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 schafta 'Persian Carpet'?
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 keiskei var. minor
