Silene viscaria 'Feuer'

Also Known As

Lychnis viscaria 'Splendens Fire'
Splendens Fire Catchfly

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 20"
W: 15"

planting zones

3a-7b

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Silene viscaria 'Feuer' plant details

Silene viscaria 'Feuer' is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer magenta and pink flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Silene viscaria 'Feuer'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: caryophyllaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 15 IN wide, 20 IN tall
Flowers: magenta and pink blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Silene viscaria 'Feuer'

USDA Zones: 3a - 7b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The longish narrow leaves form a tidy little almost grass-like tuft at the base of the plant. Come summer, it throws up nearly leafless stems to a foot or so tall that are topped with great masses of intensely pink flowers. Can take partial shade and still flower well. Prefers good drainage.

By: Arrowhead Alpines

Gardening facts about Silene viscaria 'Feuer' plant

How to Grow Silene viscaria 'Feuer'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
- magenta
Wildlife
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
- semi-evergreen

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