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Silene alpestris

This plant has in the system Hansen/Mussel used for describing perennials the following code : 4.4.2.4

Explanation of the first digit : General location : ROCK GARDEN. Plants originating from mountainous areas. In the garden used as a ground-cover, between rocks, loose brick walls or in alpine gardens.

Explanation of the second digit : Specific demands of the plant : For a sunny, moist, rocky soil, like mountainsides.

Explanation of the third digit : Where to put : To be planted in groups, moist soil.

Explanation of the fourth digit : Other characteristics : Does not sucker much, combines well with other plants.

Color : wit

Flowering period : may - june

Size approx. : 10 cm.

Recommended quantity per square meter : 11

Family : Caryophyllaceae


© first picture : Th. Ploeger en Zn