Silene argaea

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 4"-6"
W: 6"-9"

planting zones

5a-9b

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Silene argaea plant details

Silene argaea is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring magenta and pink flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Silene argaea

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: caryophyllaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN - 9 IN - wide, 4 IN - 6 IN - tall
Flowers: magenta and pink blooms in spring
Uses: alpine, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Silene argaea

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: low

Soil needs: average

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Very choice little tight mounds of slightly grey-green foliage, flowers are large and rich pink, for the rock garden or trough.Lovely. Zone 5, at least. -Joseph

By: Arrowhead Alpines

Gardening facts about Silene argaea plant

How to Grow Silene argaea

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- low - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
- magenta
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glaucous

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