Silene Caroliniana Seeds – Wild Pink Perennial

Silene Caroliniana, commonly known as Wild Pink, is a charming perennial that produces clusters of vibrant pink blooms, adding a burst of color to gardens and naturalized landscapes. These hardy and easy-to-grow plants thrive in well-drained soils and full to partial sunlight, making them ideal for rock gardens, borders, and wildflower meadows. The flowers attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, creating a lively and sustainable outdoor environment.

Features:

• Produces beautiful clusters of pink blooms.

• Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

• Drought-tolerant once established.

• Ideal for rock gardens, borders, and wildflower areas.

• Easy to grow and low maintenance perennial.

Specifications:

• Scientific Name: Silene caroliniana

• Common Name (US): Wild Pink

• Plant Type: Perennial

• Flower Color: Pink

• Blooming Season: Spring to Early Summer

• Sun Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade

• Soil Type: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil

• Water Requirement: Moderate

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 to 8

• Planting Season:

  • Zones 3–5: Start indoors in late winter; transplant outdoors in spring.

  • Zones 6–8: Sow directly outdoors from early to mid-spring.

• Germination Time: 14–21 days

• Plant Height: 6–12 inches

• Spacing: 10–12 inches apart

• Ideal For: Rock gardens, cottage gardens, meadows, and pollinator beds