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.
| Hardiness |
4 - 8 |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Caryophyllaceae |
| Genus | Silene |
| Common names | Catchy |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Summer (Early, Mid, Late) |
| Height |
7" - 8" (18cm - 20cm) |
| Spread |
7" - 8" (18cm - 20cm) |
| Spacing | 20" (50cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | 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 | Informal and Cottage, Gravel and Rock Garden |
| Hardiness |
4 - 8 |
|---|---|
| Plant Type | Perennials |
| Plant Family | Caryophyllaceae |
| Genus | Silene |
| Common names | Catchy |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Summer (Early, Mid, Late) |
| Height |
7" - 8" (18cm - 20cm) |
| Spread |
7" - 8" (18cm - 20cm) |
| Spacing | 20" (50cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | 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 | Informal and Cottage, Gravel and Rock Garden |
How many Silene zawadskii (Zawadski’s Campion) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Silene zawadskii (Zawadski’s Campion) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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