Common Names |
Sculpit, Stridolo, Bladder Campion, Silene |
Family |
Caryophyllaceae (Pink Family) |
Origin |
Europe and Mediterranean region |
Plant Type |
Edible Herb / Flowering Perennial |
Life Cycle |
Perennial (grown as annual in hot climates) |
Food Forest Layer |
Herb Layer / Groundcover |
Mature Size |
12–18 in tall and wide |
Light |
Full Sun to Partial Shade |
Water Needs |
Low to Moderate |
Harvest Season |
Spring to Early Summer |
Time to Harvest |
30–45 days from planting |
Self-Fertile |
Yes |
Growth Rate |
Fast |
Zones |
USDA Zones 4–9 |
Florida Native |
No |
Propagation |
Seeds |
Seasonal Characteristics |
Cool-season; flowers in late spring to early summer |