Bladder Campion Meadow Seed

Silene Vulgaris

Other names: maidens tears, cowbell, common bladder catchfly

Symbolic of love, purity and innocence, but with name vulgaris, Bladder campion looks exactly as you’d imagine. White delicate flowers sprouting from a sack like base, the flower also produces a sweet scent similar to the Night Flowering Catchfly.

Consumed in many Mediterranean countries, so much so it can be found in the food shops and markets of Crete, bladder campion is the gateway to southern Europe you never knew about.

How to Plant

Cheap and Easy Method:

Scatter the seeds directly onto bare soil. Clear the area of any debris and lightly rake the soil to create a loose surface. Evenly broadcast the seeds, then lightly rake again to ensure good seed-to-soil contact.

More Involved Method:

Use a terram membrane to suppress unwanted vegetation. Add a layer of soil over the membrane, sow the seeds evenly, and press them in gently.

When to Plant

Plant Bladder Campion seeds in the spring (March to May) or early autumn (September to October).

Where to Plant

Bladder Campion thrives in well-drained soil and full sunlight to partial shade.

Watering Schedule

Maintain consistent moisture in the soil during the establishment phase. Once established, minimal watering is required.

Blooming Period

Bladder Campion blooms from late spring through summer (May to August).

Expected Plant Height

Bladder Campion typically grows to a height of 30 cm to 60 cm.