Silene stellata, commonly known as Starry Campion, is a charming native perennial that adds whimsical texture and delicate beauty to the garden. This clump-forming wildflower features slender, lance-shaped leaves and produces an abundance of small, white flowers atop 2-3 foot tall stems. The captivating blooms of Silene stellata emerge in loose, airy clusters from mid-summer through early fall, creating a softly cascading effect. As the flowers open, they reveal lovely, fringed white petals surrounding a dark center, attracting a variety of pollinators such as bees and moths. Thriving in full sun to partial shade and well-drained, average to poor soil, Starry Campion is an adaptable and low-maintenance perennial. Its delicate yet striking appearance makes it an excellent choice for naturalizing in meadows, prairies, or woodland edges, as well as for adding a touch of whimsy to perennial borders and rock gardens. Easily propagated by seed or division, Silene stellata is a resilient native that requires little care once established, making it a valuable addition to a wide range of landscape settings.
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Deciduous, Full Sun, Illinois Native, Medium, Native to North America, Partial Shade, Partial Sun, Perennial
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