Nodding Catchfly – Silene pendula 100 Seeds | Low-Growing Annual | Bright Pink Blooms | Cottage Garden Favorite

Nodding Catchfly (Silene pendula) is a charming, low-growing annual known for its vibrant rose-pink flowers and softly trailing habit. Blooming from late spring through summer, the small five-petaled blooms appear in loose clusters that gently “nod” on slender stems above compact foliage. Growing 6–12 inches tall and spreading up to 12–18 inches wide, Nodding Catchfly is ideal for borders, edging, rock gardens, containers, and cottage-style plantings. Its bright color and tidy growth make it an excellent filler plant and a cheerful addition to pollinator gardens. Easy to grow and quick to flower, this annual thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. You will receive: ✔️ 100 Nodding Catchfly seeds ✔️ Botanical name: Silene pendula ✔️ Open-pollinated, untreated seeds ✔️ Non-GMO ✔️ Secure packaging 🌿 Plant Details Common Name: Nodding Catchfly Botanical Name: Silene pendula Plant Type: Annual Growth Rate: Fast Height: 6–12 inches Spread: 12–18 inches Sun: Full sun Soil: Well-drained, average soil Water: Moderate USDA Zones: Grown as annual in all zones Bloom Time: Late spring to summer Bloom Color: Bright pink to rose Drought Tolerance: Moderate once established 💡 Perfect for cottage gardens, borders, edging, containers, rock gardens, and pollinator-friendly beds. 🌱 Seed Germination Instructions Sow indoors 4–6 weeks before last frost or direct sow outdoors after danger of frost. Lightly cover seeds with about 1/8 inch of soil. Keep soil evenly moist until germination. Germination typically occurs within 7–21 days. Deadheading spent blooms will encourage continued flowering.