Short and Sweet Catchfly
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
Standard Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
| From | To | S&H |
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| $0 | $19.99 | $24.99 |
| $20 | $49.99 | $29.99 |
| $50 | $69.99 | $34.99 |
| $70 | $99.99 | $39.99 |
| $100 | $129.99 | $44.99 |
| $130 | $149.99 | $48.99 |
| $150 | $150+ | Approx 28% |
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Buying Options for Plants
Nature Hills sells a large variety of plants with several options available. Plants are offered in both potted containers and as dormant bare root without soil. Here is a helpful resource to understand your options as you create a beautiful landscape with help from Nature Hills.
Ever wonder what a larger plant will mean for your landscape? Container Sizes are really all about the age of the plant!
Seasonally, Nature Hills offers hand selected, high quality bare root trees, shrubs and perennials. Bare root plants are sold by height from the top of the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may be taller than the height minimums.
- Popular sizes of select trees are 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, etc.
- Popular sizes of select bare root plants is 1 foot, 18 inches, etc.
Nature Hills Container Size by Volume
Keep in mind, specific varieties and different growing conditions can affect the rate at which plants grow. Variations in size may occur.
| Young Plants to 18 Months | ||
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| Size | Volume | |
| 2"x2"x3" | Ranges from | .18 to .21 dry quarts / .198 to .23 dry liters in volume |
| 4.5" Container | Equal to | .65 dry quart / .72 dry liter in volume |
| Sprinter Pot | Equal to | .63 dry quart / .69 dry liter in volume |
| 4" Container | Ranges from | .31 to .87 / .35 to .96 dry liter in volume |
| 6" Container | Equal to | 1.4 dry quarts / 1.59 dry liters in volume |
| 1 Quart | Equal to | 1 dry quart / 1.1 dry liter in volume |
| 5.5" Container | Equal to | 1.89 of a dry quart / 2.08 dry liters in volume |
| 4"x4"x5" | Ranges from | .8 to 1.1 dry quarts / .88 to 1.2 dry liters in volume |
| 4"x4"x6" | Ranges from | 1.0 to 1.3 dry quarts / 1.1 to 1.41 dry liters in volume |
| 4"x4"x9" | Ranges from | 1.1 to 2.1 dry quarts / 1.2 to 2.3 dry liters in volume |
| 4"x4"x10" | Ranges from | 1.7 to 2.3 dry quart / 1.87 to 2.53 dry liters in volume |
| Plants 18 Months - 2.5 Years Old | ||
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| Size | Volume | |
| 2 Quart | Equal to | 2 dry quarts / 2.2 dry liters in volume |
| #1 Container | Ranges from | 2.26 to 3.73 dry quarts / 2.49 to 4.11 dry liters in volume |
| 5"x5"x12" | Equal to | 3.5 to 4.3 dry quarts / 3.85 to 4.74 dry liters in volume |
| Plants 2 - 4 Years Old | ||
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| Size | Volume | |
| #2 Container | Ranges from | 1.19 to 1.76 dry gallons / 5.24 to 7.75 dry liters in volume |
| #3 Container | Ranges from | 2.32 to 2.76 dry gallons / 10.22 to 12.16 dry liters in volume |
| Plants 3 - 5 Years Old | ||
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| Size | Volume | |
| #5 Container | Ranges from | 2.92 to 4.62 dry gallons / 12.86 to 20.35 dry liters in volume |
| #6 Container | Ranges from | 5.25 to 6.01 dry gallons / 23.12 to 26.42 dry liters in volume |
| #7 Container | Ranges from | 5.98 to 6.08 dry gallons / 26.34 to 26.78 dry liters in volume |
Plant Highlights
Short and Sweet Catchfly highlights at a glance!
Plant Highlights
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Sun ExposureFull Sun, Partial Shade
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Bloom PeriodSummer, Late Spring
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Short and Sweet Catchfly - Airy Pink Groundcover
The charming Short and Sweet Catchfly (Silene caroliniana var. wherryi 'Short and Sweet'), a delightful Wild Pink, is a compact, low-growing perennial known for its clusters of fragrant pink blooms in spring! Its airy, star-like flowers are a favorite among butterflies and hummingbirds, making it a pollinator-friendly addition to small-space, and front of the garden accents.
With its spreading, mat-forming habit and lush green foliage, Short and Sweet Catchfly remains attractive even when not in bloom. The plant grows low, growing 6-8 inches tall and 12-18 inches wide, making it perfect for edging or filling gaps in sunny garden spaces.
Resilient and cold-hardy, Wild Pinks are native to the eastern United States and thrive in USDA zones 5-8. Its charming flowers symbolize youthful joy and lighthearted beauty, while its ability to flourish in challenging conditions makes it a garden favorite.
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Key Features
- Compact, low-growing Wild Pink with fragrant pink flowers
- Attracts butterflies, hummingbirds, and other pollinators
- Thrives in well-drained, sandy, or rocky soils
- Drought-tolerant and cold-hardy in USDA zones 5-8
- Great for groundcover, rock gardens, borders, and naturalized plantings
Landscaping Uses
Short and Sweet Catchfly, a small yet striking Wild Pink, grows up to 6-8 inches tall and spreads up to 12 inches wide. It forms a dense, colorful mat in the garden.
This native beauty thrives in rocky, well-drained soils and brings early-season color to gardens. Its drought tolerance and adaptability to sandy or gravelly soils make it an easy-care choice for naturalistic plantings.
- Perfect for rock gardens and dry slopes, these mat-forming plants are great erosion control and groundcover
- Edging for sunny pathways or borders, line sidewalks, and add a finishing touch to garden beds
- Naturalized meadows, front-of-the-garden border and cottage garden plant
- Mass planting swaths of color and groundcover for well-drained soils
- A pollinator-friendly addition to wildlife gardens!
Care and Maintenance
This low-maintenance herbaceous perennial is tough yet charming, thriving in dry, sunny conditions.
- Planting Time: Spring or fall
- Sun Needs: Full sun to partial shade
- Soil Needs: Well-drained, sandy, or rocky soils; tolerates poor soil
- Moisture Needs: Drought-tolerant once established
- Mulch: 3-4 inches of bark mulch helps retain moisture and suppress weeds
- Fertilization Needs: Light feeding in spring with a balanced fertilizer
- Pruning Info: Deadhead spent blooms to encourage more flowers
- Special Needs/Perks: Deer-resistant, low-maintenance, thrives in dry conditions
- Division Info: Divide clumps every 3-4 years to maintain vigor
A Tiny Treasure of a Wild Pink!
Short and Sweet Catchfly brings effortless beauty and resilience to any garden, offering fragrant spring blooms and easy-care appeal. Whether you're looking to attract pollinators, add charm to a rock garden, or introduce a tough yet lovely wildflower to your landscape, this Wild Pink is an excellent choice.
Order now at Nature Hills Nursery and enjoy this compact delight in your garden!
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Wild Pinks related to Creeping Phlox?
While similar in many ways, Wild Pinks (Silene) petals have separate petals, unlike the fused petals of Phlox.
Does Short and Sweet Catchfly attract pollinators?
Yes! Its fragrant pink blooms attract butterflies, hummingbirds, and other pollinators.
What type of soil does Short and Sweet Catchfly need?
It thrives in well-drained, sandy, or rocky soils and can tolerate poor conditions.
Is Short and Sweet Catchfly drought-tolerant?
Yes, once established, it requires minimal watering and thrives in dry conditions.
Can the Short and Sweet Catchfly grow in shade?
It prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade, though blooming may be reduced.
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