Moss Campion

Silene acaulis

Plant Category: wildflowers

Light Conditions:

Sun

Soil Conditions:

Moist, Well Drained

Chinook Exposure:

Moderate

Size:

1-2" Tall and Mat Forming

Bloom Period:

June-August

Bloom Colour:

Pink

Growth Habit:

Moderate

Spreads By:

Seeds

Features:

Birds
Butterflies
Bees
Native Bees
Fragrant
Berries
Fall Color
Small Spaces

Large Spaces
Good in Containers
Long Bloom Time
Deer Resistant
Attractive Seed Heads
Edible Parts
Medicinal Properties
Posionous

This item will ship from:

Wild About Flowers

Seed Price: $4.00
"Currently Unavailable"

Plug Price: $6.25
"Currently Unavailable"

Please Note: Plug orders being shipped have a minimum order requirement of 8 plugs. As the Trees & Shrubs will be coming from Wright Nurseries in central Alberta and the Wildflowers, Grasses & Vines from Wild About Flowers by Okotoks, AB, both categories have a minimum order of 8 plugs for plug orders being shipped.

Description: This wildflower has great contrasting colors that set each other off and catch your attention. It's perfect for Crevice and Rock Gardens as well as tufa containers. Consider planting it next to paving or stepping stones where the soil is on the moist side.

Found in Nature: Open moist, generally rocky sites with good drainage.

Distribution: Alaska, BC, AB to New Mexico

Important Information: The "Bloom Period" is an indicator of the time period within which the wildflowers will bloom and does not describe the time period that a single plant will bloom. The "Sizes" listed are intended to be a general guideline to consult during plant selection. Plant growth and bloom times will vary depending on geographical location & individual site conditions. Please contact us with any questions you may have.