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Garden Diary
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Silene ‘Rockin’ Robin’
Wake Robin |
USDA Zone: 5-9 |
Plant number: 1.492.180
This hybrid is a long-season bloomer, the perfect size for edging or in the rock garden. If forms a compact clump of fresh green leaves, bearing trailing stems with deep coral-pink flowers, the petal edges delicately fringed. Blooms are fragrant and attractive to butterflies. Nice for cutting. Tolerates summer heat and humidity. This is a sterile form, which is why blooming continues for most of the season. A hybrid of Silene regia, which is native to the Southeastern USA. Also known as Catchfly. Possibly hardy to Zone 4 or below.
Further details for
Silene ‘Rockin’ Robin’
Optimal Growing
Conditions |
Appearance and
Characteristics |
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Sun Exposure
Full Sun or
Partial Shade
Soil Type
Normal or
Sandy or
Clay
Soil pH
Neutral or
Alkaline or
Acid
Soil Moisture
Average or
Moist
Care Level
Easy
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Flower Colour
Deep Pink
Blooming Time
Early Summer
Mid Summer
Late Summer
Early Fall
Foliage Color
Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
Accent: Good Texture/Form
Alpine & Rock
Attracts Butterflies
Border
Containers
Cut Flower
Edging
Fragrant
Height
15-20 cm
6-8 inches
Spread
30-40 cm
12-16 inches
Foot Traffic
None
Growth Rate
Medium
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Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.
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