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    Silene alpestris

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 3"-6"
    • W: 3"-6"

    planting zones

    • 4a-9a

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    Silene alpestris plant details

    Silene alpestris is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Silene alpestris

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: caryophyllaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 3 IN - 6 IN - wide, 3 IN - 6 IN - tall
    Flowers: white blooms in summer
    Uses: alpine, rock garden

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Silene alpestris

    USDA Zones: 4a - 9a
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
    Watering frequency: low
    Soil needs: well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    A tufted plant from the eastern Alps generally white flowered it is an easy long-lived plant in the rock garden. ZONE 4

    By: Arrowhead Alpines

    Gardening facts about Silene alpestris plant

    How to Grow Silene alpestris

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • low - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • white

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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