Catchfly (Saline spp.)

Catchfly is a charming, hardy perennial known for its showy, star-shaped flowers that come in a range of colors, including pink, red, white, and purple. The plant gets its name from the sticky, glandular hairs on its stems and leaves, which can catch small insects, although it’s not a carnivorous plant. Catchfly has a bushy, upright growth habit and often blooms in late spring to early summer, providing long-lasting color in the garden. It’s well-suited to sunny, well-drained sites and is often used in borders, rock gardens, or as an attractive filler plant in mixed perennial beds.

Category

Sun Needs:

  • Full sun (prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day)

Bloom Time:

  • Late spring to early summer (typically May to June)
Size:

Height: 12 to 18 inches tall
Width: 12 to 15 inches spread

Attributes:
  • Sticky, glandular stems that catch small insects
  • Bright, star-shaped flowers in various colors (pink, red, white, purple)
  • Attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies
  • Tolerates dry, rocky, and well-drained soils
  • Deer and rabbit resistant
  • Easy to grow and low maintenance
  • Ideal for sunny borders, rock gardens, or containers
Companion:
  • Lavender
  • Salvia
  • Echinacea (Coneflower)

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