{"product_id":"silene-dioica-valley-high-british-grown-perennial","title":"Silene dioica 'Valley High' - British Grown Perennial","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis charming native wildflower produces masses of vibrant deep pink flowers held above fresh green foliage from late spring through summer. Compact and floriferous, \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eSilene dioica\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e ‘Valley High’ brings natural meadow-like beauty to borders, wildlife gardens, and pollinator-friendly planting schemes. Its bright blooms provide a valuable nectar source for insects and add a splash of colour to sunny or lightly shaded spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSilene dioica ‘Valley High’\u003c\/b\u003e, commonly known as Red Campion, is a selected garden form of one of Britain’s most recognisable woodland wildflowers. With a more compact habit and prolific flowering display than the wild species, it combines the charm of a native plant with improved garden performance. Easy to grow and fully hardy, it is an excellent choice for naturalistic planting schemes and cottage gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerennial\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHerbaceous, Compact, Wildlife Friendly, Long Flowering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e May to August\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e March to October\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eSilene dioica\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e ‘Valley High’ (two-house campion)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSynonyms\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePreviously known as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eLychnis dioica\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRed Campion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe species \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eSilene dioica\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is native to the United Kingdom, much of Europe, and parts of western Asia. ‘Valley High’ is a cultivated selection chosen for its compact habit and abundant flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePruning Tips\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDeadhead spent flowers to encourage continued blooming and prevent excessive self-seeding. Cut back old foliage in autumn or leave seedheads standing through winter for wildlife before tidying in early spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWildlife Value\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn excellent plant for wildlife gardens. The flowers attract bees, butterflies, moths, and other pollinating insects, while the dense foliage can provide shelter for beneficial garden wildlife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePositioning\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGrows well in full sun or partial shade. Ideal for cottage gardens, wildlife borders, woodland edges, meadow-style planting, and naturalistic schemes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWater regularly while establishing. Once established, plants are generally low maintenance and tolerate short periods of dry weather, although they perform best in moderately moist soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrefers fertile, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil. Adapts well to clay, loam, and chalk soils and is tolerant of a range of garden conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApply a balanced fertiliser or mulch with garden compost in spring to support healthy growth and flowering. Additional feeding is rarely necessary in reasonably fertile soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePet-safe\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo significant toxicity to cats, dogs, or horses has been widely reported. As with all ornamental plants, consumption should still be discouraged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSprouts Top Tips\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlant alongside other British native wildflowers such as oxeye daisies, knapweeds, and yarrow to create a vibrant pollinator-friendly display that flowers over a long season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid You Know?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe species name \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003edioica\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e means “two houses” and refers to the fact that male and female flowers are usually produced on separate plants. Red Campion is one of the most familiar wildflowers of British hedgerows, woodland edges, and country lanes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"17cm","offer_id":58288001646973,"sku":"3505321061871","price":12.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2774\/3905\/files\/silene-dioica-valley-high-british-grown-perennial-sprouts-of-bristol-sprouts-of-bristol-3620180.jpg?v=1781743829","url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.pro\/products\/silene-dioica-valley-high-british-grown-perennial","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}