{"product_id":"bladder-campion","title":"Maiden's Tears Native Wildflower Seed","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eSilene vulgaris\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOther names: bladder campion, cowbell\u003cspan style=\"color: black\"\u003e, common bladder catchfly\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSymbolic of love, purity and innocence, Maiden's Tears is soft, strange, and quietly stunning. Delicate white petals float like paper lanterns above inflated calyxes that look ready to whisper a secret. The whole thing sways as if caught in a slow-motion sigh. It’s elegant, ethereal — and unexpectedly edible.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYes, edible. In parts of Italy and Spain, Maiden’s Tears isn’t just admired — it’s eaten. Known as \u003cem\u003estridolo\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003esciopét\u003c\/em\u003e, the tender young shoots are foraged and tossed into risottos, folded into omelettes, or sautéed with olive oil and a splash of wine. You won’t find it in British supermarkets — yet — but you \u003cem\u003ecan\u003c\/em\u003e grow it in your garden.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt flowers lightly, generously, and without fuss.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt looks like it belongs in a fairytale.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt tastes like a secret.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSow a few, and see what the wild brings.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eHow to Plant\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCheap and Easy Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eScatter 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore Involved Method:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse a terram membrane to suppress unwanted vegetation. Add a layer of soil over the membrane, sow the seeds evenly, and press them in gently.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhen to Plant\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant Bladder Campion seeds in the spring (March to May) or early autumn (September to October).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhere to Plant\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eBladder Campion thrives in well-drained soil and full sunlight to partial shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWatering Schedule\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eMaintain consistent moisture in the soil during the establishment phase. Once established, minimal watering is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eBlooming Period\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eBladder Campion blooms from late spring through summer (May to August).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eExpected Plant Height\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eBladder Campion typically grows to a height of 30 cm to 60 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch5\u003eNo Grow No Fee\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003eMinimum of 2 years post sowing before claim can be made.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Seed Revolution","offers":[{"title":"Standard Packet","offer_id":49774573617477,"sku":"WS17","price":3.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"20g for 20m2","offer_id":49774573551941,"sku":"WS16","price":11.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"60g for 30m2","offer_id":55652614308165,"sku":null,"price":29.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0806\/4670\/1381\/files\/bladder-campion.jpg?v=1780057020","url":"https:\/\/seedrevolution.co.uk\/products\/bladder-campion","provider":"Seed Revolution","version":"1.0","type":"link"}