These premium Silene armeria seeds are strictly cleaned and screened to filter out shrunken, broken and immature grains.
Silene armeria, commonly known as catchfly, is a compact upright annual. Smooth grey-green leaves grow on sturdy branching stems. From late spring to summer, rounded clusters of vivid rose-pink five-petaled flowers bloom atop stems. The sticky glandular hairs on stems trap tiny insects, giving it the common name catchfly. Silene armeria loves full sun and thrives in poor, well-drained soil. It tolerates dry conditions and self-sows gently in suitable locations.
Product Advantages Catchfly produces vibrant pink flower clusters with long blooming time. It is easy to grow, drought tolerant and adapts well to low-nutrient soil. It attracts pollinators and blends beautifully with other wildflowers. Pair it with annual wildflower seeds and cottage garden flower seeds to build natural mixed borders.
Growing Method Step 1: Choose full sun location with ordinary well-drained soil. Avoid heavy waterlogged clay soil. Step 2: Sow seeds in spring, cover lightly with 0.3–0.5cm soil. Step 3: Keep seed bed slightly moist, maintain temperature 15–22℃ for germination. Step 4: When seedlings develop 2–3 true leaves, thin plants and leave 20–30cm spacing between plants. Step 5: Water moderately; allow soil to dry between watering sessions. Step 6: Deadhead spent blooms to prolong flowering and limit excessive self-seeding. Step 7: Leave a few seed heads in autumn if you want natural reseeding for next season.
Suitable Climate Silene armeria grows well in temperate climates, optimal growing temperature 15℃ to 24℃. It tolerates mild cool weather but dies back after setting seeds in late summer.
Applications Great for wildflower meadows, cottage garden borders, slope greening and fresh cut flower displays.
FAQ Q: How long for Silene armeria seeds to germinate? A: Under suitable moist and mild temperature, seeds germinate within 10–20 days.
Q: Why is it called catchfly? A: Sticky hairs on the stem trap small insects. This does not harm humans.
Q: Does catchfly need rich soil? A: No, it prefers lean soil. Too much fertilizer causes tall floppy stems.
Q: Can it grow in partial shade? A: It can tolerate light shade, but full sun produces the most abundant blooms.
