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Silene coronaria Oculata Group

Also Known As

  • Lychnis coronaria 'Oculata'
  • Oculata Rose Campion

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 24"-36"
  • W: 12"-24"

planting zones

  • 5a-8b

Silene coronaria Oculata Group plant details

Silene coronaria Oculata Group is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial with blue foliage. In summer magenta and white flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Silene coronaria Oculata Group

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: caryophyllaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen blue
Mature size: 12 IN - 24 IN - wide, 24 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: magenta and white blooms in summer
Uses: cutting garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Silene coronaria Oculata Group

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

?Ocula? refers to the beautiful fuchsia eye (sometimes spreading down the veins of the petals) that these white early summer flowers have; a back ground of woolly silver leaves makes them drought resistant, too. S/M-D/GDr

Gardening facts about Silene coronaria Oculata Group plant

How to Grow Silene coronaria Oculata Group

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • magenta
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
    • semi-evergreen
  • Texture

    • fuzzy

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