Silene latifolia, commonly known as White Campion, is a dioecious herbaceous plant native to open woodlands, grasslands, and roadsides across Europe, Western Asia, and northern Africa. It is an annual or short-lived perennial that typically grows 16-31 inches tall. White Campion features clusters of showy white flowers with five deeply notched petals, blooming from late spring to early autumn. The plant has a lax, sprawling habit with soft, hairy leaves and stems.

White Campion is known for its ease of maintenance and ability to thrive in disturbed sites, which makes it a common sight in wildflower meadows and informal garden settings. It is also used for erosion control due to its fast growth. In cultivation, it prefers full sun to part shade and can tolerate a range of soil types, provided they are well-drained. While it is drought-tolerant once established, moderate watering will encourage more lush growth. Gardeners should be cautious, as it can become invasive outside its native range, spreading by prolific seed production.CC BY-SA 4.0