SILENE SWELLS AB
Silene vulgaris
Native to Syria, the bladder campion is a very decorative and melliferous perennial plant, with edible young leaves and flowers. Approximately 40 cm high, the flowering of the bladder campion extends from April to September, it will adapt to all types of soil, preferring well-drained and sunny sites. The young tender leaves of bladder campion are used added to salads, soups, vegetable stir-fries or in omelets. The flavor of the young leaves is slightly sweet and close to peas or arugula or chicory but milder. Successfully sowing bladder campion font-size: 12px">Sow from March to June or in September in terrines or pots, cover with a few mm of potting soil and keep at 16°C until emergence. font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold"> font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold"> font-size: 12px; font-weight: bold"> font-size: 12px">Replant the plants when they are about 10 cm tall, keeping 40 cm in all directions between the plants in well-drained soil with a sunny exposure. It is also possible to sow directly in place when temperatures permit.
