Campion. A clump-forming alpine with bright green leaves. Magenta-pink flowers from late summer to autumn. Max Height 25cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers August to September. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Silene schafta
A clump-forming alpine with bright green leaves. Magenta-pink flowers from late summer to autumn.
Category: Alpines
Additional information
Generic | Silene |
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Species | schafta |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Campion |
Flower Colour | pink |
Soil | Fertile |
Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
Foliage | Semi-evergreen |
Height | 25cm |
Family | Caryophyllaceae |
Spread | 30cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | August, September |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Keep moist in first year |
Border | Rock garden, Scree |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
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Maintenance | |
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