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Magenta Silver Catchfly Rose Campion Seeds for Sale
Suitable for home gardening use
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Magenta Silver Catchfly Rose Campion Seeds
Magenta Silver Catchfly Rose Campion (Silene coronaria, syn. Lychnis coronaria) is an ornamental flowering perennial known for its bright magenta flowers and soft, silvery-gray foliage. Its colorful blooms create an attractive contrast in flower beds, garden borders, cottage gardens, and pollinator-friendly landscapes. This drought-tolerant plant grows best in sunny locations with well-drained soil.
Rose Campion
Magenta Flowers
Silver Foliage
Perennial Flower
Key Features
Silvery Foliage
Features soft, silvery-gray leaves that create a beautiful contrast with its colorful flowers.
Drought Tolerant
Established plants tolerate relatively dry conditions when grown in suitable, well-drained soil.
Pollinator Attraction
Its bright flowers can attract bees and other beneficial pollinators to the garden.
Product Highlights
Bright magenta-pink flowers
Distinctive silvery-gray foliage
Botanical name: Silene coronaria
Also known as Rose Campion
Perennial flowering plant
Suitable for cottage gardens
Ideal for sunny garden borders
Attracts bees and pollinators
Specifications
| Scientific Name | Silene coronaria (syn. Lychnis coronaria) |
| Common Name | Rose Campion; Dusty Miller Rose Campion; Mullein Pink |
| Plant Family | Caryophyllaceae |
| Seed Type | Perennial Flower Seeds |
| Plant Type | Herbaceous Perennial, Often Short-Lived |
| Flower Color | Magenta to Deep Pink |
| Foliage Color | Silvery Gray |
| Growth Habit | Upright, Clump-Forming |
| Plant Height | Approximately 18–36 inches |
| USDA Hardiness Zones | Generally Zones 4–8 |
| Planting Season | Spring or Fall |
| Germination Time | Approximately 14–21 days under suitable conditions |
| Germination Temperature | Approximately 65–70°F (18–21°C) |
| Sunlight | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Soil Requirements | Well-Drained, Moderately Fertile Soil |
| Watering | Moderate; Allow Soil to Dry Slightly Between Waterings |
| Blooming Season | Late Spring to Summer |
| Plant Spacing | Approximately 12–18 inches |
| Uses | Flower Beds, Borders, Cottage Gardens, and Pollinator Gardens |
Growing Guide
Step 1: Prepare the Seeds
Select healthy Rose Campion seeds. No special pretreatment is generally required before sowing.
Select healthy Rose Campion seeds. No special pretreatment is generally required before sowing.
Step 2: Prepare the Soil
Choose a sunny planting location with loose, well-drained soil. Remove weeds and prepare the growing area before planting.
Choose a sunny planting location with loose, well-drained soil. Remove weeds and prepare the growing area before planting.
Step 3: Sow the Seeds
Sow seeds on the soil surface or cover them very lightly with a thin layer of growing medium. Follow the supplier's instructions for sowing depth.
Sow seeds on the soil surface or cover them very lightly with a thin layer of growing medium. Follow the supplier's instructions for sowing depth.
Step 4: Maintain Moisture
Keep the soil evenly moist during germination without allowing excess water to accumulate. Provide suitable temperatures and light.
Keep the soil evenly moist during germination without allowing excess water to accumulate. Provide suitable temperatures and light.
Step 5: Transplant and Maintain
Transplant established seedlings into their permanent growing location. Provide adequate spacing, water during dry periods, and remove faded flowers to manage self-seeding.
Transplant established seedlings into their permanent growing location. Provide adequate spacing, water during dry periods, and remove faded flowers to manage self-seeding.
Add Magenta Beauty with Rose Campion
Grow Magenta Silver Catchfly Rose Campion for its striking pink-magenta flowers and attractive silvery foliage. Its upright growth and tolerance of relatively dry conditions make it a beautiful addition to sunny borders, cottage gardens, and ornamental landscapes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find helpful answers about Rose Campion seed germination, flowering, and garden care.
How do you grow Rose Campion from seeds?
Sow Rose Campion seeds on the soil surface or cover them lightly with a thin layer of growing medium. Keep the soil evenly moist and place the seed tray in a suitable location with temperatures around 65–70°F (18–21°C). Seeds generally germinate within 14–21 days under favorable conditions. Transplant seedlings after they become established.
Does Rose Campion come back every year?
Rose Campion is a perennial plant that can return for several growing seasons in suitable climates. However, individual plants are often short-lived. It can also self-seed naturally when flowers are allowed to develop seed pods, helping new plants appear in the garden.
Why does Rose Campion have silver-colored leaves?
Rose Campion naturally produces soft, silvery-gray foliage covered with fine hairs. These hairs help reduce moisture loss and give the plant its distinctive appearance. The silver leaves create an attractive contrast with its bright magenta-pink flowers.