Silene armeria

Chalk Pink

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A hardy perennial herb with delicate pink or white flowers and sticky stems. Ideal for rock gardens, thriving in well-drained soil with full sun exposure.
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Plant Details

Common Name Chalk Pink
Family Caryophyllaceae
Genus Silene
Species Armeria
Origin Europe / North Africa
Blooming Late spring to early summer, occasional rebloom in fall
Leaf Color Grey-green
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil, tolerates limestone and poor soils

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Watering

Drought tolerant once established, water regularly to prevent rust during dry spells

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun required for best flowering, partial shade tolerated in hot climates

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Fertilization

Low maintenance, apply compost in spring, avoid excess nitrogen

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Pruning

Deadhead spent flowers to encourage rebloom, cut back after flowering

Pest Control Aphid Snail Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
5° – 90°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 40000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1000 – 5000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
20% – 60%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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