Red Campion

A common perennial wildflower which grows in shaded areas. The 5 dark-pink coloured petals have deep notches which sometimes make it look like the flower is composed of 10 petals. The diameter of a flower is about 25mm and flowering can occur between March and October but also either side of this period. The leaves have a soft light down feel, whilst the stems have very faint hairs. Its scientific name is Silene dioica.