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| Silene | Common name; Campion |
A perennial that is suitable for rock gardens and borders, flowering from July to late September.
Week 10; Sow the seeds in trays of seed compost and germinate at a temperature of 20°C (68°F).
Germination should take up to a week.
Week 13; Prick out the seedlings into cell trays / boxes and gradually harden off in a cold frame.
Week 21; Plant out 150mm (6") in a sunny or partially shaded position.
Week 27;> If required, collect seed and sow immediately
Week 36; Prick out seedlings and grow on in a cold frame until planting out time the following year.
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