Silene regia
Royal Catchfly
Standing straight up, this brilliant red flower attracts Black Swallowtails and Ruby throated hummingbirds. One of few silver- leaved plants that does not like drought
- Height: 24" – 36"
- Width: 8" – 12"
- Soil Conditions: Moist/Well Drained
- Flower Color: Red
- Bloom Time: July, August
- Hardiness Zone: 5 To 8
Plant Characteristics
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Attracts Wildlife
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Hummingbirds
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Critter Resistance
- Deer Resistant
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Plant Habit
- Upright
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Light Conditions
- Sun to Part Shade
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Native Plant Community
- Mesis Prairie
- Savanna
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Flower Color
- Red
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Flower Hue
- Medium
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Flower Type
- Head
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Flower Height
- 24" to 36"
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Foliage Color
- Silver
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Leaf Texture
- Medium
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Flower Form
- Single
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Flower Size
- 1"
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Soil Moisture
- Moist/Well Drained
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Prune Time
- Jan/Feb/March
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Growth Rate
- Average
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Origin
- 90 Miles From Mg