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Silene mexicana 'Hot Stuff'

Family Caryophyllaceae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   6a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H2 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 45 - 55 cm (18 - 22 in)
Spread 25 - 30 cm (10 - 12 in)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Silene mexicana 'Hot Stuff' (Mexican catchfly) bears bright pink blossoms during early summer to mid summer. This plant has foliage that is deep green in colour.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, cut flowers and mass planting.