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SilenePBR _noctiflora_ × _Viscaria asterias_, [Sparkling Rose] (‘Insilsparo')

campion [Sparkling Rose]

A clump-forming, frost-tender, bushy perennial to 40cm tall with oval leaves and clusters of intense pink flowers borne on upright stems from late spring into summer

Synonyms
Silene 'Sl 11 04-61'
Silene 'Insilsparo'
see moreSilene Sparkling Rose
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Growing conditions
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
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Position
Aspect

Exposure
Botanical details
Family
Caryophyllaceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Genus

Silene can be annuals, biennials or herbaceous or evergreen perennials, with opposite, untoothed leaves and solitary or clustered flowers with 5, usually notched petals

Name status

Accepted

How to grow

Cultivation

Grow in moist but well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade

Propagation

Propagate from basal cuttings in spring

Pruning

Deadhead regularly to prolong flowering

Pests

May be troubled by slugs and snails

Diseases

May be affected by powdery mildews

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