Silene Seed - Silene Pendula Nodding Catchfly Flower Seeds

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SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

4 - 8

HEIGHT

8 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Late spring to mid summer

BLOOM COLOR

White

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun to partial shade

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, pH 5.5 - 6.5

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

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Nodding Catchfly Snowdrop (Silene Pendula Snowdrop) - Here is yet another Silene variety that is a charming choice for the spring or summer garden. Easily grown from Silene seeds, this annual blooms white in loose clusters. Commonly called Nodding Catchfly or Drooping Catchfly, this wildflower loves to cascade over walls and garden edges.

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Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

68 - 72F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

10 - 14 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

Yes - filtered light is best instead of direct sunlight

DEPTH

Do not cover seeds more than 1/16th inch

SOWING RATE

4 - 6 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep soil slightly moist but not wet

PLANT SPACING

12 inches

Nodding Catchfly Snowdrop (Silene Pendula Snowdrop) - Here is yet another Silene variety that is a charming choice for the spring or summer garden. Easily grown from Silene seeds, this annual blooms white in loose clusters. Commonly called Nodding Catchfly or Drooping Catchfly, this wildflower loves to cascade over walls and garden edges. The Nodding Catchfly plant grows quickly and is stunning for your meadow or garden! The beautiful white blooms form one mass as the 1/2 inch wide blooms nearly cover all the foliage. The Nodding Catchfly flower is ideal for hanging baskets, containers or the bed and border. Silene Pendula Nodding Catchfly is a sure winner for any homeowner and is easily grown from flower seeds!

Start seeds indoors 6 - 8 weeks prior to the end of frost. Or, directly sow seeds after danger of frost has
passed. Press seeds into the soil but do not cover them. Keep seeds moist until germination. Plants prefer full sun to partial shade. The soil should be moderately fertile, moderately moist and well-draining. Humid conditions are not tolerated well.

If starting outdoors prepare a seedbed by weeding and loosening the top several inches of soil. Directly sow the Silene seeds outdoors after danger of frost has passed. Press the Silene Pendula Triumph seed into the soil but do not cover them. Keep the flower seeds moist until germination. Silene Pendula is known for blooming quickly from seed.

Common Questions

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Can these plants be grown in containers?

A

Yes, these are an excellent choice for containers when used as an ornamental feature.

Q

Where can I use these plants in my landscape?

A

These flowers are often planted in rock gardens, curbside planting and full sun garden borders.

Q

Will pollinators be attracted to my garden with these flowers?

A

Yes, butterflies and bees are both drawn to these flowers.

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