Drummond'S Campion
Silene drummondii
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
4"–12" H × 2"–6" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul
Native to
AZ, CO, ID, MN and 8 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Drummond's catchfly is a delicate annual wildflower with small white or pink flowers that bloom from May through July. This compact plant forms neat clumps and requires minimal water once established, making it well-suited for xeriscaping.
In an HOA neighborhood
Drummond'S Campion takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: low. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
Works well in: backyard only.
- Annual lifecycle means plants disappear entirely each winter
- Small stature may appear sparse or incomplete in formal landscapes
- Can look weedy or unkempt compared to traditional landscaping
Wildlife value
The flowers attract native bees and butterflies during the summer blooming period. As a native annual, it provides seasonal nectar sources for pollinators.
Common questions
- How much sun does Drummond'S Campion need?
- Drummond'S Campion grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does Drummond'S Campion bloom?
- Drummond'S Campion blooms in May, June, and July.
- Where is Drummond'S Campion native?
- Drummond'S Campion (Silene drummondii) is native to AZ, CO, ID, MN and 8 more states, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Drummond'S Campion attract?
- Drummond'S Campion draws bees and butterflies.
- Is Drummond'S Campion HOA-friendly?
- Drummond'S Campion takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.
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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