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Silene vulgaris - Bladder Campion
€3.00
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Bladder Campion (Coireán na gcuach)
Named after Silenus, the god of the woodlands in Greek mythology, this is a beautiful native wildflower that can be found all around Ireland. White, drooping flowers are borne on upright grey-green downy stems from June to August. The base of the flower is inflated, a little like a balloon or bladder (hence the common name), pink and veined. A lovely scent of cloves is detectable at night-time and noted for attracting wildlife.
Site: Tolerates exposureSoil: Well-drainedPosition: Full sun to part shadeSeason of Interest: Perennial, pink flowers May-SeptHardiness: HardyHeight: 1.5-3ft (0.5-1m) Spread: 1.5ft (0.45m)
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