Dianthus ‘Pike’s Pink’

Description

(Dianthus ‘Pike’s Pink’) 

SPECIAL QUALITIES

Attractive low growing Dianthus with a compact habit and grey blue foliage.

FLOWERS

Soft pink, semi double flowers with frilly petals.

POSITION & USES

In rockeries or as an edging plant for small perennial garden beds. Also performs well in containers.

CULTIVATION

Plant out in well drained, well prepared soil or in large pots with a quality potting mix. Needs little attention for the rest of the year.

FERTILISING

Regular applications of Seasol and Power Feed over spring and summer will keep it looking its best.

WATER RATING

  • Red can = Little water in hot, dry weather.
  • Green can = Deep watering every few weeks in hot, dry weather.
  • Blue can = Deep watering weekly in hot, dry weather.

Codes are a guide only and watering requirements will be affected by soil type, competition, mulching, wind and many other factors. Try to group plants with the same code in the one bed.

CAUTION: May be harmful if eaten.

Herb Attributes

Plants Needed per Square Metre 9
Habit

Low growing and compact plant with clumping habit.

Position Part to Full Sun, Moderate Fros.
Height 20CM
Width 30CM