Silene vulgaris (Bladder campion) — Clump forming

Overview

Silene vulgaris is a plant with a clump forming habit in the genus Silene, part of the Caryophyllaceae family, with semi evergreen foliage. Silene vulgaris grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates chalk and loam soils and any 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 vulgaris, the bladder campion or maidenstears, is a plant species of the genus Silene within the family Caryophyllaceae. Native to the Old World, the plant has been naturalized elsewhere, including North America.

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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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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Silene

Sunlight: Full sun, Partial shade
Soil type: Chalk, Loam
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Well-drained
Aspect: South-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Exposed
UK hardiness: H6

Plant details

Silene vulgaris size, habit and characteristics

Habit: Clump forming
Foliage: Semi evergreen
Suggested uses: Cottage and informal garden, Wildflower meadow, Wildlife gardens, Flower borders and beds