Troubleshooting
Bladder Campion problems — and how to fix them
Bladder Campion (Silene vulgaris) is generally low-drama, but a few issues come up again and again. Here is what each one looks like, why it happens, and the fix.
Powdery mildew in late season
White powdery coating appears on foliage in warm dry weather, especially in crowded plantings; improve air circulation by thinning and cut back affected stems after flowering.
Slug and snail damage
Young shoots and emerging spring growth are regularly grazed by slugs and snails; use iron-phosphate pellets or nematode treatments in spring and keep ground free of debris where molluscs shelter.
Prevent bladder campion problems before they start
Most bladder campion issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
Bladder Campion problems — FAQ
Why is my bladder campion powdery mildew in late season?
White powdery coating appears on foliage in warm dry weather, especially in crowded plantings; improve air circulation by thinning and cut back affected stems after flowering.
Why is my bladder campion slug and snail damage?
Young shoots and emerging spring growth are regularly grazed by slugs and snails; use iron-phosphate pellets or nematode treatments in spring and keep ground free of debris where molluscs shelter.