White Campion (Silene latifolia) is a native UK perennial wildflower admired for its delicate white, five-petalled flowers and gentle evening fragrance. Blooming mainly at dusk, its flowers are particularly attractive to night-flying pollinators such as moths, making it an important species for supporting biodiversity beyond daylight hours.

A robust and adaptable plant, White Campion thrives in a wide range of soil types, including dry, free-draining and moderately fertile soils. Commonly found in hedgerows, meadows, grasslands, woodland edges, and roadside verges, it brings height, structure, and ecological value to wildflower meadows and habitat restoration projects. Its long flowering season and resilience make it an excellent choice for sustainable landscaping and conservation planting.

Features & Benefits

Elegant white flowers with a light evening fragrance

Excellent nectar source for moths and other pollinators

Native UK perennial ideal for meadows, verges, and woodland margins

Long flowering season with strong visual impact

Hardy and adaptable to a range of soil conditions

Latin Name:

Silene latifolia

Flowering Time:

June – September

Flowering Height:

40 – 90 cm

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Wildflower Seed Sowing Rate:

2 grams per square metre

Sowing Times:

Spring (March – May) or Autumn (August – October)

How to Sow & Preparation

Site Selection:

Choose a sunny or lightly shaded location with well-drained soil. White Campion performs best in low to moderately fertile soils.

Ground Preparation:

Clear the area of existing vegetation and cultivate the soil to create a fine, firm seedbed.

Sowing:

Broadcast the seed evenly by hand or spreader at a rate of 2g per square metre.

Firming:

Lightly tread or roll the surface to ensure good seed-to-soil contact. Do not bury seed deeply.

Aftercare:

Water during prolonged dry periods. Once established, manage surrounding vegetation with occasional mowing to reduce competition.

About John Chambers Wildflower Seeds

John Chambers Wildflower Seeds has been a trusted supplier of native UK wildflower seeds for over 35 years. Renowned for high-quality, responsibly sourced seed and exceptional customer service, John Chambers supports landscape professionals, local authorities, and conservationists in creating sustainable, biodiverse environments that benefit both wildlife and people.

technical information

Latin Name | Silene latifolia

Flowering Time | June – September

Flowering Height | 40 – 90 cm

Life Cycle | Perennial

Sowing Rate | 2 g per m²

Sowing Period | Spring (March–May) or Autumn (August–October)

Preferred Conditions | Free-draining, low to moderately fertile soils in full sun or partial shade

Pollinator Friendly | Yes, attracts moths and other pollinators

Minimum Order Quantity | 100g

Ideal For | Meadows, verges, hedgerows, woodland edges, habitat restoration