star campion
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A deciduous perennial reaching 30cm. It forms a clump of silver-green leaves with a round head of dark pink-red and highly fragrant, flowers in summer
Scientific classification
- Species
- star campion (Viscaria asterias)
- Genus
- Viscaria
- Family
- Caryophyllaceae
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- Toxicity
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Plant type
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Clump forming
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of star campion
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Balkans
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of star campion
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star campion care guide
- Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought or waterlogging
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced feed in spring and light repeat in growth season
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed or by division
Growing
GrowingGrow in any well-drained but moisture-retentive soil in good light
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to Powdery mildews
Pests
May be susceptible to slugs and snails
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