Daisy-leaved Catchfly (Silene bellidifolia)

Daisy-leaved Catchfly

Silene bellidifolia

Dainty daisy-like foliage pairs with delicate pink blooms. Low-growing herbaceous perennial; common name: Daisy-leaved Catchfly.

Full sun
2–3/week
Beginner
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Plant Needs

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Sunlight Thrives in full sun to partial shade; avoid intense midday sun in hot summer climates
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Watering Keep soil evenly moist but well-drained; avoid standing water to prevent root rot
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Temperature Hardy to mild frost; prefers cool temperate growing conditions
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Characteristics

  • Leaf: Small, obovate to spatulate leaves arranged in basal rosettes, resembling daisy foliage
  • Flower: Clusters of pale pink to white five-petaled blooms with notched petal tips
  • Stem: Slender, upright stems with sparse fine hairs
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Care Guide

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist; water when top 1 cm of soil dries out

Fertilization

Diluted balanced liquid feed once every 4 weeks. Use diluted feed to avoid over-fertilization and foliage burn

Eggshell powder topdressing:Crush dried eggshells to fine powder; sprinkle lightly on soil surface to improve drainage and boost calcium levels for healthy root growth
Pruning
  • Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage extended flowering
  • Trim back faded foliage in late autumn to tidy the planting area
  • Thin overcrowded basal rosettes in early spring to improve airflow and reduce disease risk
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Toxicity

Warning: this plant may be toxic.

Pets & Humans

Pets: ASPCA: No documented toxicity to cats

Humans: No documented toxicity to humans

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Garden Uses & Culture

Culture: N/A

Usage: Rock garden ground cover, border edging, container filler