Rose Campion
Silene coronaria
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
24"–36" H × 18"–24" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
RI
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
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Rose campion is a striking perennial with silvery-gray woolly foliage and bright magenta flowers that bloom throughout summer. The soft, fuzzy leaves provide year-round structure and contrast in the garden, while the vivid blooms create dramatic color against the pale foliage.
In an HOA neighborhood
Rose Campion is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
- Bright magenta flowers may clash with some color schemes
Wildlife value
The bright flowers attract bees and butterflies during the long summer blooming period. The nectar-rich blooms are particularly appealing to native pollinators seeking reliable food sources.
Common questions
- How much sun does Rose Campion need?
- Rose Campion grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does Rose Campion bloom?
- Rose Campion blooms in June, July, and August.
- Where is Rose Campion native?
- Rose Campion (Silene coronaria) is native to RI, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Rose Campion attract?
- Rose Campion draws bees and butterflies.
- Is Rose Campion HOA-friendly?
- Rose Campion is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.
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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