Silene vulgaris (Bladder Campion)
Botanical Information
Family | Caryophyllaceae |
Genus | Silene |
Species | vulgaris |
Category | Wildflowers & Weeds |
Origin | Native of Europe, northwestern Africa, and Asia. |
Details
USDA Hardiness Zone | 4-7 |
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Flowering Period | May, June, July, August |
Description and Growing Information
Habitat | Easily grown in average, dry to medium moisture, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade. Plants prefer sunny sites in sandy/gravelly soils or light loams with some part afternoon shade. Plants generally appreciate sharp soil drainage. |