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Silene schafta 'Shell Pink' | alpine catchfly

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Autumn Catchfly or Alpine Catchfly is a beautiful, yet relatively unknown late summer bloomer. It forms a low mat of tangled grey-green leaves that is smothered in pale pink star shaped flowers by summers end. One of the most valuable plants for the late summer rock garden. Very easy to grow in well-drained soil in full sun or part shade.

Zones: 4 to 8
Family: Caryophyllaceae
Type: Perennial
Height: 4 to 6 in.
Spread: 8 to 12 in.
Exposure: Full Sun to Part Shade
Soil Conditions: Dry, well-drained, average
Bloom Time: July to September
Bloom Color: brilliant soft pink
Native Range: western Asia

Special Characteristics
  • Deer-resistant
image credits

Jelitto
@ The Old Dairy Nursery

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Silene schafta 'Shell Pink' | alpine catchfly

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