SPECIAL QUALITIES

A stunning dwarf form of this classic garden plant that adds colour and definition to any perennial bed. It has been in cultivation for nearly 400 years.

FLOWERS

The semi double apricot flowers appear in summer.

POSITION & USES

Plant in a sunny position in normal free draining garden soil. Choose a position that is out of the wind and plant in groups for dramatic effect and to enable plants to support each other.

CULTIVATION

Remove spent flower stems at ground level. Responds well to occasional deep watering during summer but does not like wet feet.

FERTILISING

Regular applications of Seasol and Power Feed especially after pruning 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