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How to grow and care for Silene chalcedonica (L.) E.H.L.Krause

plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Silene chalcedonica (L.) E.H.L.Krause, Scarlet lightning, Dusky salmon

Silene chalcedonica (L.) E.H.L.Krause 101 - Plant Care Instructions

Bright direct

16C° ~24C°

Every 7 days

Water

How to water Silene chalcedonica (L.) E.H.L.Krause

How often should I water?

check Silene chalcedonica (L.) E.H.L.Krause Every 7 days if it needs water. when it’s very cold(below 5℃), water less frequently

When do I need to water?

the top 2-3 inches of soil is dry

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Light & Location

How much light does a Silene chalcedonica (L.) E.H.L.Krause need?

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Bright direct

Bright indirect

Grow light

Light preference

Silene chalcedonica (L.) E.H.L.Krause likes Bright direct light, Bright indirect light, Grow light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.

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This plant prefers
2K ~ 20K lux to thrive!

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20K~

2K

20K

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Temperature

Natural habitat

-15

3~38℃

45

Houseplant temperate preference

-15

16~24℃

45

Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Silene chalcedonica (L.) E.H.L.Krause at home, make sure the temperature is 16~24℃.

Humidity

Houseplant temperate preference

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40~70%

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Silene chalcedonica (L.) E.H.L.Krause prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.

Fertilize

When should I fertilize?

Only when your plant is healthy!

How frequently should I fertilize?

1-2 times in growing season. A pinch for a small pot.

Characteristic

Silene chalcedonica (L.) E.H.L.Krause is a member of Caryophyllaceae.

Characteristic NameCharacteristic Value
LifespanPerennial, Biennial
Hardiness Zone4 - 10
Taxonomy
Taxonomy NameTaxonomy Value
PhylumTracheophyta
ClassMagnoliopsida
OrderCaryophyllales
FamilyCaryophyllaceae
GenusSilene
SpeciesSilene chalcedonica

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