| | | Family | Caryophyllaceae | | Plant Type | | | Zone | USDA: 4a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H1 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3 | | Care Level | low, easy, suitable for beginners. | | Height | 60 - 75 cm (2 - 2.5 ft) | | Spread | 30 - 40 cm (12 - 16 in) | | Light | full sun | | Soil Moisture | average to moist, well-drained | | Soil Type | clay to sandy | | Soil pH | acidic to alkaline | | | Description | Silene compacta (catchfly) bears bright pink and fragrant flowers during early summer to late summer. This plant has deep green foliage. | | Typical Uses | Accent, border and cut flowers. | | Special Characteristics | Butterflies are attracted to Silene compacta . | | |