clammy campion

Water your clammy campion plants deeply, about once a week or as needed. These plants have shallow but thick roots and thrive in moist soil, so you should aim to keep the top inch or 2 of soil around the plant fairly moist. If you're unsure when to water, use your finger to press into the soil and feel whether it is still moist or dried out. When the soil dries out, water until you see the water draining out of the bottom of the pot. Make sure to empty any containers that collect around the base of the plant, as standing water could eventually lead to root rot.

Clammy Campion requires full sun for optimal growth and blooming. It is best grown in sites that receive 6 to 8 hours of direct sun per day. It can also tolerate partial shade, but it won't bloom as well in those conditions. The amount of light should peak during the middle part of the day and decrease gradually as the day progresses. In general, clammy campion should receive more sunlight during summer months, when days are longer, and less when days shorten during the winter.

Clammy campion should be pruned soon after flowering for best results. The amount of pruning will depend on the size and vigor of the plant, but generally lightly shearing or "deadheading" is all that is necessary. Pruning may be necessary a second time in early summer to remove any leggy growth or uneven growth. Clammy campion can benefit from hard pruning to encourage bushier growth, but this should be done in early spring or late fall when the foliage is not actively growing.