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Silene Latifolia
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Long stems hold dividing sprays of pure white flowers. For such a pretty plant it also has some rather morbid common names such as the "Grave Flower" or "Flower of the Dead" in parts of England, as they are seen often growing on grave sites and around tombstones.
- Common name
- White Campion, Melandrium Album, Grave Flower
- Family
- Caryophyllaceae
- Height
- 60 cm - 90 cm
- Light level
- Full Sun
- Growth habit
- Herbaceous
- Hardiness rating
- H5
- Pollinator-friendly
- Yes
- Moisture
- Free draining
- Region of origin
- Europe
- Colour
- White
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