Silene Rob. Rollies Favorite 2L

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.