Silene zawadskii (Zawadski's Campion)
Zawadski's Campion, Zawadski's Catchfly, Melandrium zawadskii, Saponaria zawadskii
A long-lasting summer bloomer, Silene zawadskii (Zawadski's Campion) is a low-growing, evergreen perennial forming a thick cushion of tufted rosettes, above which arise pure white flowers, 1 in. across (2.5 cm), on short stems. Blooming for weeks in summer, each blossom is adorned with five petals and an inflated pale green calyx. Rich in pollen, they attract butterflies and other pollinating insects. Undemanding, Zawadski's Campion makes an excellent rock garden specimen.
- Grows up to 8 in. tall and wide (25 cm).
- Thrives in full sun in moderately fertile, dry to medium moisture, well-drained soils. Excellent drainage is essential.
- Virtually pest free. Keep an eye out for powdery mildew.
- Easily propagated from seed.
- Native to the eastern Carpathians Mountains.
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Requirements
| Hardiness | 4
– 8 |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Silene - Campions |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Summer (Early,Mid,Late) |
| Height | 7" – 8" (17cm – 20cm) |
| Spread | 7" – 8" (17cm – 20cm) |
| Spacing | 20" (50cm) |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
| Attracts | Butterflies |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers |
| Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
| Hardiness | 4
– 8 |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Silene - Campions |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Summer (Early,Mid,Late) |
| Height | 7" – 8" (17cm – 20cm) |
| Spread | 7" – 8" (17cm – 20cm) |
| Spacing | 20" (50cm) |
| Water Needs | Low |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
| Attracts | Butterflies |
| Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Patio and Containers |
| Garden Styles | Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage |
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