Nodding Catchfly Flower seeds

The Nodding Catchfly (Silene pendula) is a bushy, vigorous, low-growing annual. So named because small flies and gnats get stuck in the sticky seed pod. Produces clusters of charming pink blossoms with notched petals around a light pink center. Grows 6"-10" tall on a nodding stem with hairy, oval foliage. Beautiful cascading over a hanging basket or stone wall. Life cycle: Annual Bloom season: Spring, summer Attracts: Hummingbirds, bees, butterflies, moths, and other pollinators Flower meaning: Gentleness, youthful love SEED PLANTING TIPS Botanical name: Silene pendula Hardiness zones: 4-8 Planting season: Spring, fall Days to maturity: 60-90 days Cold stratify: Yes Depth to plant seeds: Lightly cover - seeds need light to germinate Spacing between plants: 8"-12" apart Days to germinate (sprout): 7-14 days Germination soil temps: 60F-70F Soil types: Clay, sandy, loamy, moist, well-drained Soil pH: 5.5-6.5 Water needs: Average Sun needs: Full sun, part shade Frost tolerant: Yes Drought tolerant: Yes Deer resistant: Yes