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Lychnis Coronaria

Also known as

Rose Campion, Rose Campion, Rose campion, Dusty miller, Mullein-pink, Lamp-flower and Lychnis coronaria

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Silene coronaria

Genus

Silene

Family

Caryophyllaceae

Order

Caryophyllales

How to care for Lychnis Coronaria

💦 Water

How often to water your Lychnis Coronaria

Lychnis Coronaria needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Rose Campion in your home

Lychnis Coronaria love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Lychnis Coronaria does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Lychnis Coronaria in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Lychnis Coronaria

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Lychnis Coronaria: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Lychnis Coronaria after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Lychnis Coronaria is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

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Outdoor Care Guide for Rose Campion →

💦 Water Needs

Lychnis Coronaria prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Rose Campion Water Frequency →

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

Lychnis Coronaria requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Rose Campion Light Requirements →

Rose Campion Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Lychnis Coronaria is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

🪴 Soil

Lychnis Coronaria does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Rose Campion →

Best Pots for Rose Campion →

When and How to Successfully Repot Rose Campion →

What Are Healthy Rose Campion Roots →

💩 Fertilizer

Lychnis Coronaria should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Rose Campion →

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Lychnis Coronaria grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

Rose Campion Lifecycle →

Rose Campion Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Rose Campion →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Lychnis Coronaria can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 4a-8b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Rose Campion Temperature Tolerance →

Rose Campion Hardiness Zones →

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🌱 Propagation

The seeds of Lychnis Coronaria can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.

How to Propagate Rose Campion →

🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Lychnis Coronaria, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.