Silene (fka Lychnis) flos-cuculi ‘Petite Jenny’

(Petite Jenny Catchfly)


$8.99


Hardiness Zones:

 5a  5b  6a  6b  7a  7b  8a  8b

Quick Overview:

Masses of 3/4″ white flowers bloom in late spring and early summer. For added color interest, the flower base petals are dark maroon, matching the flowering stems. Grey-green foliage forms an attractive mound at the base of the floral display.

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Description

Easily grown in average, medium to wet soils, in full sun to part shade. Plants prefer sunny sites with moist, moderately fertile loams. Part afternoon shade is best in hot summer climates.  (Courtesy of Missouri Botanical Gardens Plant Finder)

Additional information

Common Name

Petite Jenny Catchfly

Botanical Name

Silene flos-cuculi 'Petite Jenny'

Container/Amount

1 gallon

Evergreen or Deciduous

Evergreen

Hardiness Zone

5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b

Growth Rate

Fast

Light Requirements

Full sun to part shade

Height

9-18"

Width

12-18"

Soil Condition

Well-drained to wet

Water Needs

Average to wet

Blooming Period

Summer

Flower Color

pink

Fragrance

No

Foliage Color

gray-green

Deer Resistant

Yes

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