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Garden Diary
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Silene uniflora ‘Compacta’
Rock Campion |
USDA Zone: 3-9 |
Plant number: 1.492.210
Also known as Catchfly. This low cushion-forming plant has fleshy grey-green leaves with curiously ballooned soft-pink to white flowers that appear during the summer. An excellent addition to the sunny rock garden or wall, planted where it can cascade. Also suitable for edging or growing between flagstones. Tolerates both dry or moist conditions. Evergreen. Clumps may be divided in early spring. Able to withstand occasional to light foot traffic.
Further details for
Silene uniflora ‘Compacta’
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
Dry or
Moist
Care Level
Easy
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Flower Colour
Light Pink
White
Blooming Time
Early Summer
Mid Summer
Late Summer
Foliage Color
Grey Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
Accent: Good Texture/Form
Alpine & Rock
Border
Containers
Drought Tolerant
Edging
Evergreen
Ground Cover
Massed
Height
5-10 cm
2-4 inches
Spread
20-30 cm
8-12 inches
Foot Traffic
Light
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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