Rose campion 'Alba'

Grows best in cooler summers where the plant is not overly wet. flowers best in the second year

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water very sparingly. Keep in mind when planting that Alba is thought of as hardy, so this plant will survive close to or on freezing temperatures.

Germinates easily from seed, pot up individually to grow on

Try to aim for a seed spacing of at least 0.78 inches (2.0 cm) and sow at a depth of around 0.2 inches (0.5 cm). Soil temperature should be kept higher than 12°C / 54°F to ensure good germination.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Alba about 49 days before your last frost date.

Choose a bright sunny well drained spot in the centre to the front of the birder

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Alba is a hardy plant.

Can be used as a cut flower but the stems are brittle

This variety tends to be ready for harvesting by mid summer.

Rose campion

fn1: floridata.com