Silene vulgaris
(Bladder campion)
Plant type
Herbaceous perennial
Height & spread
20-80cm x 50cm
Wildlife benefit
Butterfly nectar and moth nectar plant
- A British wildflower, found generally on disturbed ground but tolerant of coastal conditions.
- Flowers May-August. White-petal flowers bear a distinctive balloon-like sac below, hence the common name.
- Flowers attract adult butterflies and moths.