Silene uniflora
sea campion
A low-growing, mat-forming, semi-evergreen perennial. The leaves are lance-shaped, grey-green and slightly fleshy. White flowers with deeply-cut petals are borne on branched stems throughout summer
Other common names
seaside catchflysea pink
Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green Grey Silver | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green Grey Silver | |||
| Autumn | Green Grey Silver | |||
| Winter | Green Grey Silver |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H7Botanical details
- Family
- Caryophyllaceae
- Native to the UK
- Yes
- Foliage
- Semi evergreen
- Habit
- Matforming
- 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
Correct
- Plant range
- Macaronesia, Europe
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in a well-drained soil in a sunny position. Ideal for rock gardens, scree beds, gravel gardens, walls and alpine troughs
Propagation
Divide congested mats in spring
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Coastal
- Cottage and informal garden
- Gravel garden
- Rock garden
- Wildlife gardens
- Banks and slopes
- Flower borders and beds
- Garden edging
Pruning
Deadhead after flowering
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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