Silene stellata
Starry Campion
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Description:
The delicate looking flowers of Starry Campion have 5 odorless, white, fringed (“frilled”) petals that remain open in the evening, at night and in early morning. They close-up in the middle of the day. Pollinated mainly by moths. Blooms last 3-4 weeks in mid to late summer, until fall. Leaves are in groups of 4 that whorl around the stem. Tolerates a range of soils including dry to moist loam, clay-loam and sandy-loam, in partial sun; tolerates drought. Has a deep taproot, so choose location wisely. Reseeds itself in the garden. Belongs to the same genus as carnations. Plant in native meadows, naturalized areas and in pollinator gardens. Pair with Cardinal Flower (Lobelia cardinalis).
Wildlife Value: Moths mainly pollinate the flowers and benefit from the nectar, bees also occasionally visit the flowers.
Plant Details:
Other Common Names: Widow's Frill
Plant Type: Flower, Perennial
New Jersey Native: Yes
Bloom Times: Late Summer to Fall
Bloom Colors: White
Deer Resistance: Some
Attracts Pollinators and Wildlife: Bees and Other Pollinators, Butterflies
Salt Tolerance: Unknown
Hardiness Zone: 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b
Physiographic Region: All Regions in NJ
Soil Characteristics
Soil Type: Loam, Organic, Sandy, Clay
Soil Moisture: Dry, Moist
Soil pH: Acidic, Slightly Acidic
Light Needs of Plant
Optimal Light: Partial Shade
Light Range: Full Sun, Partial Shade
Water Needs of Plant
Soil Moisture: Dry, Moist
Drought Tolerance: Medium
Size and Growth Rate
Height: 1 - 3 ft
Spread: 1 - 2 ft
Growth Rate: Medium