General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Sun Requirements: Full Sun
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Water Preferences: Mesic
Soil pH Preferences: Neutral (6.6 – 7.3)
Slightly alkaline (7.4 – 7.8)
Plant Height: 12 - 15 inches
Plant Spread: 8 - 12 inches
Leaves: Evergreen
Flowers: Showy
Fragrant
Flower Color: Bi-Color: Pink & purplish-red
Bloom Size: 1"-2"
Flower Time: Summer
Uses: Cut Flower
Resistances: Deer Resistant
Propagation: Seeds: Will not come true from seed
Propagation: Other methods: Division
Containers: Suitable in 3 gallon or larger
Needs excellent drainage in pots
Awards and Recognitions: RHS AGM

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Common names
  • Dianthus

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Location: RHS Harlow Carr, Yorkshire, UK
Date: 2016-07-11
Location: RHS Harlow Carr, Yorkshire, UK
Date: 2016-07-11

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