Perennial – Mountain Catchfly

Mountain Catchfly

Botanical name: silene ovata 

Beginner friendly?: moderate 

Average size at maturity: 3 ft in height with a 5 ft spread 

Hardy zone: zones 5-8 

Growth rate: can reach fully mature size in first growing season 

Foliage color: green 

Flower color: white 

Bloom time:  spring, summer 

Pruning instructions: cut back to the ground after blooming 

Propagation methods: propagate by seed sowing 

Landscape use: part-shade borders, pollinator garden, edging 

Special features: drought tolerant, fragrant blooms

Light needs: 3-6 hours of sun per day 

Fertilizing instructions : use a slow-release fertilizer once a year in the spring as the plant comes out of dormancy 

Best time to plant: spring 

Best type of soil:  adaptable to most soil conditions 

Companion plants: trillium, bloodroot, wild ginger

Toxicity level: non-toxic to humans and pets 

Invasive species: no