Rose Campion Lychnis Cut Flower Seeds

Rose Campion Seeds – Silene coronaria (Lychnis coronaria)

 

Bring a touch of old-fashioned charm to your garden with Rose Campion, a striking perennial (or biennial) known for its velvety silver foliage and vivid magenta, white, or pale pink blooms. This cottage garden favorite stands tall at 2-3 feet, producing delicate yet bold flowers from late spring to early summer. Rose Campion is not only drought-tolerant but also deer-resistant, making it an easy-care choice for pollinator-friendly gardens.

Good to know: Campion is valued for soft, cottage-garden flowers and silvery or green foliage depending on the species.

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• Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil: Well-draining, average to sandy soil

• Planting:

• Direct sow in early spring or fall, lightly pressing seeds into the soil without covering them, light aids germination.

• For earlier blooms, start indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost and transplant once seedlings are sturdy.

• Watering: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established

• Spacing: 12-18 inches apart

• Bloom Time: Late spring to mid-summer, with potential reblooming in cooler climates

• Maintenance: Deadhead to prolong blooming; allow some flowers to go to seed for self-sowing and naturalization.

 

Perfect for cottage gardens, borders, and wildflower meadows, Rose Campion adds texture, contrast, and a pop of color that returns year after year.

10mg About 40 seeds
Production note: Good drainage is important. Flowering timing can vary by climate and whether plants are grown as annuals, biennials, or short-lived perennials.