Silene 'Rollies Favourite'
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Silene 'Rollies Favourite' - A Cheerful and Long-Blooming Perennial
Silene 'Rollies Favourite', commonly known as Catchfly, is a cheerful and long-blooming perennial that adds a splash of bright pink to the garden with its vibrant flowers. Perfect for borders, rock gardens, and containers, 'Rollies Favourite' brings both beauty and a touch of whimsy to various garden settings.
The standout feature of Silene 'Rollies Favourite' is its bright pink flowers. These blooms create a stunning display from late spring to summer, attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies. The flowers rise above the green, lance-shaped foliage, adding height and a burst of vivid colour to the garden. The long blooming period ensures that 'Rollies Favourite' provides continuous interest throughout the growing season.
Caring for Silene 'Rollies Favourite' is straightforward, making it suitable for gardeners of all experience levels. Plant Catchfly in well-drained, moderately fertile soil and ensure it receives plenty of sunlight, though it can also thrive in partial shade. Water regularly to keep the soil evenly moist, especially during dry periods. To encourage continuous blooming and maintain a tidy appearance, deadhead spent flowers regularly. In late autumn, cut back the stems to ground level to prepare the plant for winter. With its low maintenance needs and bright pink flowers, Silene 'Rollies Favourite' is a wonderful addition to any garden, providing long-lasting colour and attracting beneficial pollinators.
Common Name: Catchfly
Latin Name: Silene 'Rollies Favourite'
Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
Position: Full sun to partial shade
Flowering Period/Colour: Late spring to summer; bright pink flowers
Hardiness: Hardy perennial
Eventual Height/Spread: 30-45cm height; 30-45cm spread
Special Feature: Long blooming period; attractive, vibrant blooms; excellent for borders, rock gardens, and containers