Silene flos-cuculi

Also Known As

Lychnis flos-cuculi
Ragged Robin

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 16"-18"
W: 12"-18"

planting zones

3a-8b

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Silene flos-cuculi plant details

Silene flos-cuculi is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Silene flos-cuculi

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: caryophyllaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 16 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Silene flos-cuculi

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture

Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Also called Ragged Robin. A lovely pink blossom. Blooms from late spring through frost. Self seeds.

By: Hoot Owl Hollow Nursery

A shy robin, it is very welcome in May, peeking out from around more substantial flowers and brightening the garden with its fringed pink petals. The airy grace of this flower is charming. Offered by Monroe Nursery in 1841. Self sows.

By: Select Seeds

Gardening facts about Silene flos-cuculi plant

How to Grow Silene flos-cuculi

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rich

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous
- semi-evergreen

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