How to grow and care for Silene virginica Raf. ex DC., 1824
plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Silene virginica Raf. ex DC., 1824
Silene virginica Raf. ex DC., 1824 101 - Plant Care Instructions
Bright direct
16C° ~24C°
Every 7 days
Water
How to water Silene virginica Raf. ex DC., 1824
How often should I water?
check Silene virginica Raf. ex DC., 1824 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
Light & Location
How much light does a Silene virginica Raf. ex DC., 1824 need?
Bright direct
Bright indirect
Grow light
Light preference
Silene virginica Raf. ex DC., 1824 likes Bright indirect light, Grow light, Bright direct light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.
Check if there’s an optimal place in your house!
This plant prefers
2K ~ 20K lux to thrive!
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20K~
2K
20K
Temperature
Natural habitat
-22
-22~32℃
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 virginica Raf. ex DC., 1824 at home, make sure the temperature is 16~24℃.
Humidity
Houseplant temperate preference
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40~70%
100
Silene virginica Raf. ex DC., 1824 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 virginica Raf. ex DC., 1824 is a member of Caryophyllaceae.
| Characteristic Name | Characteristic Value |
|---|---|
| Lifespan | Perennial |
| Hardiness Zone | 4 - 8 |
| Taxonomy Name | Taxonomy Value |
|---|---|
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Caryophyllales |
| Family | Caryophyllaceae |
| Genus | Silene |
| Species | Silene virginica |
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