Silene latifolia
white campion (syn. Silene alba)
The flowers of this pretty wildflower emit a light perfume in the evening, and it’s also at that time that the blooms...
approx 500 seeds
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Plant description
The flowers of this pretty wildflower emit a light perfume in the evening, and it’s also at that time that the blooms take on a luminous quality in the low light. Rich in pollen, they are sought after by bees, and the flowers can last several days if cut for the vase. They are ideal for mixed borders or naturalised planting schemes. Although the plants may often be short-lived, they will self-seed freely in suitable conditions.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
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- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Light sandy
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Silene latifolia:
Sow shallowly, directly into a well prepared bed and keep weed-free. When seedlings are large enough to handle, gently thin them out to 30cm intervals. Seeds sown in autumn will usually go on to flower earlier than those sown in spring.
Please note:
This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
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