Silene nutans

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 18"-24"
W: 12"-15"

planting zones

5a-9b

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Silene nutans plant details

Silene nutans is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer cream and pink flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Silene nutans

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: caryophyllaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 15 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: cream and pink blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Silene nutans

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

Soil needs: average

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A European species with nodding fragrant flowers that open in the evening, it is border fodder not rock garden material. ZONE 5

By: Arrowhead Alpines

Gardening facts about Silene nutans plant

How to Grow Silene nutans

Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- cream
- pink
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
- semi-evergreen

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