Description
The Nodding Catchfly (Silene pendula) is a bushy, vigorous, low-growing annual. So named because small flies and gnats get stuck in the sticky seed pod. Produces clusters of charming pink blossoms with notched petals around a light pink center. Grows 6"-10" tall on a nodding stem with hairy, oval foliage. Beautiful cascading over a hanging basket or stone wall.
- Life cycle: Annual
- Bloom season: Spring, summer
- Attracts: Hummingbirds, bees, butterflies, moths, and other pollinators
- Flower meaning: Gentleness, youthful love
SEED PLANTING TIPS
- Botanical name: Silene pendula
- Hardiness zones: 4-8
- Planting season: Spring, fall
- Days to maturity: 60-90 days
- Cold stratify: Yes
- Depth to plant seeds: Lightly cover - seeds need light to germinate
- Spacing between plants: 8"-12" apart
- Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days
- Germination soil temps: 60F-70F
- Soil types: Clay, sandy, loamy, moist, well-drained
- Soil pH: 5.5-6.5
- Water needs: Average
- Sun needs: Full sun, part shade
- Frost tolerant: Yes
- Drought tolerant: Yes
- Deer resistant: Yes
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