About
Silene vulgaris subsp. vulgaris, the bladder campion, is a clump-forming, branching perennial to 90 cm producing waxy, oval, grey-green leaves and large numbers of white, deeply notched flowers with a conspicuously inflated, bladder-like, net-veined calyx from spring to autumn. A charming and rewarding native wildflower for a sunny, well-drained border or wildflower meadow.
About the genus
Silene, the campions and catchflies, are annuals, biennials and perennials producing two-lipped or notched petals in white, pink or red flowers, often with an inflated or sticky calyx. Excellent plants for a sunny, well-drained border, rock garden or wildflower meadow.
Plant details
Suggested usesBedding, containers, hanging baskets.
Care notes
CultivationPlant after last frost in fertile soil.
PruningDeadhead regularly.
PropagationGrow from seed in spring.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.