Silene dioica (Red Campion)
Botanical Information
| Family | Caryophyllaceae |
| Genus | Silene |
| Species | dioica |
| Category | Wildflowers & Weeds |
| Origin | Native to Europe, including the British Isles. |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | H6 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 6b |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | 6b - 7a |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | - 20 to - 15 |
| Temperature (°F) | 4 to 5 |
| Height | 80 cm |
| Spread | 30 cm |
| Growth | Fast |
| Flowering Period | May, June, July |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | A short lived perennial that flowers mainly in late spring. |
| Shape | Short and upright. |
| Landscape | Flowerbed edging, and wildlife gardens. |
| Propagation | Propagate by seed, sow in early spring. |
| Cultivation | Occurs naturally on well-drained, moderately fertile soils. Prefers soil with less clay in partial shade. |
| Pests | No notable pests or diseases. |
| Habitat | Best in moist or well-drained soils with light, dappled shade. |
| Leaf Description | Ovate leaves, approximately 13 cm in length. |
| Flower Description | The plant produces flowers with five flat, rounded petals of vibrant pink. |
Photographs
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Silene dioica, form.
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Silene dioica, flower. Carn Galver, Zennor, Cornwall, United Kingdom.
Silene dioica, form. Carn Galver, Zennor, Cornwall, United Kingdom.
Silene dioica, flower. Carn Galver, Zennor, Cornwall, United Kingdom.