Silene viscaria 'Splendens Plena'

Also Known As

Lychnis viscaria 'Splendens Plena'
Splendens Plena Catchfly

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"
W: 12"

planting zones

4a-10b

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Silene viscaria 'Splendens Plena' plant details

Silene viscaria 'Splendens Plena' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring magenta and pink flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Silene viscaria 'Splendens Plena'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: caryophyllaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 12 IN tall
Flowers: magenta and pink blooms in spring
Uses: cutting garden, edging plant, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Silene viscaria 'Splendens Plena'

USDA Zones: 4a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Clusters of double, magenta-pink flowers in May to June are hard to miss! Tufted, mat-forming foliage sends up 12" tall flower stems. Minimum temperature: -30°F

By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

A clumping, evergreen perennial. From Spring to early Summer, slender, erect stems rise above the low mounds of foliage, to bear dense spikes of double, bright pink-magenta flowers. Easily grown and highly desirable. Needs moist soil for its shallow mat-like root system. Tolerates light shade. Great feature plant for the edge of paths/borders or around the pond.