Sea Campion
Silene uniflora
A compact, greyish-green plant forming clumps of narrow leaves. It bears inflated, balloon-like calyces and white petals that can appear singly or in small groups (“uniflora” meaning “one-flowered,” though it can sometimes have more).
- Habitat: Coastal cliffs, rocky crevices, shingle beaches—prefers well-drained, salty soils.
- When to See: Flowers from late spring to summer.
- Length: Low-growing mats, flower stems can be ~10–20 cm tall.