Wild Pink
Silene caroliniana
Description:
Brilliant pink, phlox like clusters of flowers from May to July. Semi evergreen narrow foliage. To 1 foot tall. Prefers dry to moist, well drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Tolerant of dry, shallow, rocky soil. Great in rock gardens.
Plant Overview:
| Other Common Names: | Sticky Catchfly |
| Plant Family: | Caryophyllaceae |
| Plant Duration: | Perennial |
| Plant Type: | Herbaceous |
| South Jersey Native Range: | South Jersey |
| Attracts Pollinators and Wildlife: | Butterflies, Bees |
| Bloom Time: | April through June |
| Global and State Rank: | SNR, G5 |
| Commercially available landscape plant? | Yes |
Soil Characteristics: | |
| Soil Type: | Loam |
| Soil Moisture: | Moist, Dry |
| Soil pH: | Slightly Alkaline, Neutral, Slightly Acidic |
Light Needs: | |
| Opitmal Light: | Sun to partial shade |
| Light Range: | Sun, Partial Shade |
Water Needs of Plant: | |
| Soil Moisture: | Moist, Dry |