Blych catchfly
Silene coronaria 'Blych'
USDA zones4 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles dry to moderate soil
Size12 to 24 inches tall9 to 12 inches wide
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Rose-red
Notes
'Blych' catchfly (Silene coronaria 'Blych') is a perennial for borders, rock gardens, and cottage gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full sun and dry to average soil. It bears rose-red flowers from late spring into early to mid summer. The plant grows 12 to 24 inches tall and spreads 9 to 12 inches.
Pairs well with Purrsian Blue nepeta, Blue grama, and Gladiator ornamental onion.