Silene dioica (Red Campion) (red campion) is a member of the Caryophyllaceae family. This perennial exhibits a bushy growth habit and is characterised by its semi evergreen foliage. It has a hardiness rating of hardy (very cold winter [-20 to -15ºc]) and is hardy throughout the UK and northern Europe, with many plants grown in containers becoming damaged unless given protection.
When fully mature, Silene dioica (Red Campion) can reach an ultimate height of 0.5–1 metres. It thrives best in chalk, loam, or sand soil types and should be placed in partial shade.
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