Silene petersonii, commonly known as Peterson's Catchfly, is a delightful addition to any rock garden, prized for its charming pink to rose-colored flowers and delicate foliage. This perennial herbaceous plant forms low, spreading mats that make it perfect for rock gardens, alpine gardens, and containers. The blooms, which appear from late spring to early summer, are star-shaped with notched petals, creating a striking contrast against the silvery-green leaves.

Origin: Native to the western United States, particularly in mountainous regions, Silene petersonii thrives in well-drained soils and rocky terrains. This species was collected from Alplains Seeds, known for their exceptional selection of high-altitude and arid-region plants. The collection site emphasizes the plant’s hardiness and adaptability to challenging garden conditions. 70438.10  (W) Sanpete Co., UT, 10800ft, 3290m.  From thick, gray-green leaves sprout short scapes bearing deeply-laciniated, pinkish-purple blossoms late in the summer.  Slowly spreads rhizomatously through its native limestone scree.  Considered one of the best in the genu