Silene Rob. Rollies Favorite 2L

£6.99

Silene ‘Rollie’s Favorite’ 2L Pot

Plant Fact File:

  • Plant Type: Perennial
  • Botanical Name: Silene ‘Rollie’s Favorite’
  • Common Name: Campion
  • Container Size: 2 Litre Pot
  • Mature Height: 20-30 cm (8-12 inches)
  • Mature Spread: 20-30 cm (8-12 inches)
  • Flower Color: Pink
  • Flower Form: Five-petaled, star-shaped blooms
  • Scent: Sweet fragrance
  • Flowering Period: Late spring to early summer
  • Foliage: Green, lance-shaped leaves
  • Hardiness: Fully hardy (USDA zones 3-9)
  • Aspect: Full sun to partial shade
  • Soil Type: Well-draining, fertile soil
  • Uses: Borders, rock gardens, containers

Description:

Silene ‘Rollie’s Favorite’, commonly known as Campion, is a delightful perennial cherished for its profusion of pink, five-petaled, star-shaped blooms that appear from late spring to early summer. This compact variety forms a neat mound of green, lance-shaped foliage, providing an attractive backdrop to its charming flowers. The blooms, which emit a sweet fragrance, add a touch of romance to any garden setting.

Ideal for borders, rock gardens, and containers, ‘Rollie’s Favorite’ thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-draining, fertile soil. It is fully hardy and can tolerate a wide range of growing conditions, making it a versatile choice for various garden settings. Whether planted en masse or used as accents, this Silene adds beauty and charm to the landscape.

Key Features:

  • Charming Blooms: ‘Rollie’s Favorite’ produces pink, five-petaled, star-shaped blooms from late spring to early summer.
  • Compact Size: With a mature height and spread of 20-30 cm (8-12 inches), this plant is perfect for borders, rock gardens, and containers.
  • Fragrant Flowers: The blooms emit a sweet fragrance, adding to the sensory experience of the garden.
  • Hardy Perennial: Fully hardy in USDA zones 3-9, this Silene is adaptable to various climates.
  • Low Maintenance: Requires well-draining soil and regular watering, but is otherwise easy to care for.

Planting Tips:

  • Choose a location with full sun to partial shade and well-draining, fertile soil.
  • Dig a hole slightly larger than the root ball and incorporate compost or organic matter into the soil.
  • Plant Silene ‘Rollie’s Favorite’ at the same depth as it was in its container and backfill with soil.
  • Water thoroughly after planting and keep the soil consistently moist until the plant is established.
  • Apply a layer of mulch around the base of the plant to help retain moisture and suppress weeds.
  • Deadhead spent flowers regularly to encourage continuous blooming.
  • Divide clumps every few years to maintain plant vigor and promote healthy growth.

Additional information

Aspect

Sun-loving

Colour

Blue