Silene dioica 'Rollie's Favourite'

Silene dioica 'Rollie’s Favourite' is a charming, semi-evergreen perennial with a relaxed, natural habit. It produces clusters of starry pink flowers from late spring into summer.

The blooms show white eyes and are carried on branching, slightly trailing stems. This makes it a good choice for cottage and wildlife planting.

Key features

• Clump-forming, semi-evergreen perennial
• Starry pink flowers with white centres
• Branching, lightly trailing stems
• Dark green, hairy oval leaves
• Natural, informal appearance

Plant size

• Height: up to 45cm
• Spread: 40cm to 50cm

Other common names

• Red campion 'Rollie’s Favourite'

Synonyms

• Silene robotii 'Rollies Favourite'
• Lychnis 'Rollie's Favorite'
• Lychnis 'Rolly's Favorite'
• Lychnis × Silene 'Rollies Favourite'

Benefits for UK wildlife

• Flowers attract bees, butterflies, and hoverflies
• Provides nectar in late spring and summer
• Creates cover for beneficial insects

Growing tips

• Plant in well-drained soil
• Best in full sun or partial shade
• Allow it to naturalise in informal borders
• Deadhead to extend flowering
• Suitable for cottage, meadow, and wildlife gardens

Do you want a soft, natural look in your garden? Silene dioica 'Rollie’s Favourite' brings colour and movement while supporting pollinators.

Pair it with grasses, oxeye daisies, and salvias for a relaxed planting style. It works well in wildlife-friendly and cottage gardens.