Spalding'S Campion
Silene spaldingii
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part sun
Water
low
Size
6"–24" H × 4"–12" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug
Native to
ID, MT, OR, WA
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
Spalding's silene is a rare native wildflower with small white or pink flowers that bloom through summer. This compact perennial forms neat clumps and requires minimal water once established, making it well-suited for low-maintenance gardens.
In an HOA neighborhood
Spalding'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.
- Federally threatened species may have legal restrictions
- Uncommon appearance unfamiliar to most HOAs
- May look sparse or weedy outside bloom period
Wildlife value
The flowers attract native bees and butterflies during its summer blooming period. As a rare native plant, it supports local ecosystem biodiversity.
Common questions
- How much sun does Spalding'S Campion need?
- Spalding'S Campion grows best in part sun conditions.
- When does Spalding'S Campion bloom?
- Spalding'S Campion blooms in June, July, and August.
- Where is Spalding'S Campion native?
- Spalding'S Campion (Silene spaldingii) is native to ID, MT, OR, WA, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Spalding'S Campion attract?
- Spalding'S Campion draws bees and butterflies.
- Is Spalding'S Campion HOA-friendly?
- Spalding'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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