Silene maritima (Catchfly)


Botanical Information

Familycaryophyllaceae
GenusSilene
Speciesmaritima
CategoryWildflowers & Weeds
OriginNative to England, Scotland and Wales.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone6a - 6b
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone6a - 6b
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH7
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)- 23 to - 20
Temperature (°F)-9 to 4
Height0.1 - 0.5 m
Spread0.1 - 0.5 m
Flowering PeriodMay, June

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionLow growing perennial. Delicate, white flowers complimented by green, lance-shaped leaves.
ShapeShort and upright.
LandscapeEdging, flowerbed borders, ground cover, and wall side borders.
PropagationDivide congested mats in spring.
CultivationGrow in a well-drained soil in a sunny position.
PestsNo notable pests or diseases.
Notable SpecimensCarn Galver, Zennor, Cornwall, United Kingdom.
HabitatLimestone habitats in north-west England and western Scotland.

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