Silene flos-jovis
Also Known As
- Lychnis flos-jovis
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 12"-18"
- W: 8"-12"
planting zones
- 4a-9b
Silene flos-jovis plant details
Silene flos-jovis is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Silene flos-jovis
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: caryophyllaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Silene flos-jovis
- USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular - low
- Resistant to: deer
- Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained
Gardening facts about Silene flos-jovis plant
How to Grow Silene flos-jovis
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- gritty
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
Wildlife
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
Texture
- fuzzy
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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