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Silene acaulis


Moss Campion

USDA Zone: 2-9

Plant number: 1.492.050


Growing in high mountain and arctic regions all across the world, this is a tough little cushion or mat-forming perennial for the rock garden, alpine trough or gravel scree. The tiny green leaves make a moss-like evergreen carpet, with tiny little pink star flowers during late spring and summer. Best in a gritty, well-drained soil that is evenly moist. Dislikes summer heat and humidity, usually most successful in regions with cool summers. Not especially drought tolerant.

Further details for
Silene acaulis

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
  Full Sun
Soil Type
  Sandy
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
Care Level
  Moderate
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
  Deep Pink
  Light Pink
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer
  Late Spring
Foliage Color
  Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Alpine & Rock
  Containers
  Deer Resistant
  Evergreen
  Wild Flower
Flower Head Size
  Very Small
Height
   1-3 cm
   0-1 inches
Spread
   15-30 cm
   6-12 inches
Foot Traffic
   Light

Growth Rate
   Slow












Silene acaulis


Moss Campion

USDA Zone: 2-9

Plant number: 1.492.050


Growing in high mountain and arctic regions all across the world, this is a tough little cushion or mat-forming perennial for the rock garden, alpine trough or gravel scree. The tiny green leaves make a moss-like evergreen carpet, with tiny little pink star flowers during late spring and summer. Best in a gritty, well-drained soil that is evenly moist. Dislikes summer heat and humidity, usually most successful in regions with cool summers. Not especially drought tolerant.

Further details for
Silene acaulis

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
  Full Sun
Soil Type
  Sandy
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
Care Level
  Moderate
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
  Deep Pink
  Light Pink
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer
  Late Spring
Foliage Color
  Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Alpine & Rock
  Containers
  Deer Resistant
  Evergreen
  Wild Flower
Flower Head Size
  Very Small
Height
   1-3 cm
   0-1 inches
Spread
   15-30 cm
   6-12 inches
Foot Traffic
   Light

Growth Rate
   Slow