Balkan Catchfly
Silene csereii
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
6"–24" H × 4"–12" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
WY
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
Silene csereii is a compact perennial forb that forms neat clumps 6-24 inches tall and 4-12 inches wide. It thrives in full sun with low water requirements. The plant produces attractive blooms from June through August that attract bees and butterflies.
In an HOA neighborhood
Balkan Catchfly is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
- Unknown leaf retention could mean unpredictable dormant season appearance
- May require supplemental watering in highly maintained landscapes
Wildlife value
This native silene provides nectar for bees and butterflies during its summer blooming period. Its flowers are particularly valuable for native pollinators during the peak growing season.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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