Hooker's Silene (Silene Hookeri) is a perennial herb in the Caryophyllaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low to medium watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 6-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Silene hookeri is a perennial herb native to western North America, especially California, known for its spreading habit and pink to white flowers.

Hooker's Silene

Hooker's Silene

Silene Hookeri

Silene hookeri is a perennial herb native to western North America, especially California, known for its spreading habit and pink to white flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
low to medium
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
6-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:rocky, sandy, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Hooker's Silene

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Caryophyllaceae
Genus:Silene