Silene uniflora 'Sea Campion'

[Ex. Pembrokeshire, Wales]

Caryophyllaceae: A perennial to 30cm. found in coastal cliffs, sand-dune systems and gravel banks. The flowers are pure white or white with a hint of pink or mauve, blooming from May-September. The leaves that are waxy and sea green. Widespread and locally common around the coasts. Native to native to Europe.

USES:

The young shoots and leaves can be eaten raw or cooked. The young leaves are sweet and very agreeable in salads.

GROWING INFORMATION:

sow seeds in early spring in a cold frame. When they are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and plant them out in the summer. Prefers a well-drained moisture retentive light loamy soil in a sunny position.

HARVESTED: 2022

 
APPROX. 200+ SEEDS