Silene uniflora 'Compacta'

catchfly or rock campion

Family	Caryophyllaceae
Plant Type
Zone	USDA: 3a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H1 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3
Care Level	low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height	5 - 10 cm (2 - 4 in)
Spread	20 - 30 cm (8 - 12 in)
Light	full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture	low to moist, well-drained
Soil Type	clay to sandy
Soil pH	acidic to alkaline

Description	Silene uniflora 'Compacta' (catchfly) bears light pink blossoms during early summer to late summer. The foliage is greyish green in colour and evergreen.
Typical Uses	Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, edging, ground cover and mass planting.
Special Characteristics	Silene uniflora 'Compacta' tolerates drought and light foot traffic.