Dianthus Plumarius Rosea

Description

(Dianthus plumarius ‘rosea’) 

SPECIAL QUALITIES

Bears beautiful sprays of single or double scented pink coloured blooms. Flowering continues over many months.

FLOWERS

Mid spring to late autumn.

POSITION & USES

Grows in full sun to part shade and is ideal for cottage gardens and for edging perennial borders.

CULTIVATION

Tolerates lime and prefers a well drained soil. Remove spent flowers regularly to prolong flowering and deep water in hot weather.

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 9-10
Habit An evergreen ground cover plant that forms a neat dump of stiff greyish grass-like foliage.
Position Part to Full Sun, Moderate Fros.
Height 45CM
Width 30CM