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Dianthus Seeds - Description
- Species: Caryophyllus
- Variety: Arctic Fire
- Also Known as Carnations
- Pack Size: Approx 75 Seeds
- Size:
- Spread: 25cm
- Height: 5 - 8cm
- Habit: Hardy, Perennial Dianthus. Clump Forming
- Flowers: Delicate White & Light Pink Flowers
- Flowering Period: Perfusion of Colour From Spring
- Foliage: Fine, Silvery Grey Appearance All Year Round
Dianthus Seeds - Sowing Instructions
- Sow anytime of the year
- Ideally sow in early Spring
- Sow in pots or seed trays with sandy compost
- Light cover with vermiculite, then soak compost
- Keep compost moist until germination
- Can take 12 weeks to germinate
- If seeds fail to germinate - place trays in fridge for 3 weeks to stimulate seeds out of dormancy
Dianthus Seeds - Uses / Location
- These small delicate perennials are ideal for rock gardens
- Position in cracks in walls, in alpine gardens or amongst gravel & rocks
- Native but rare in Ireland & UK
- Prefers sandy & well drained or gritty soil
- Position in full sun or partial shades
- Happy in exposed or sheltered spots
- Companion plants for Dianthus include Aubretia, Saxifraga, Sedums, Sempervirens, Grasses & Scabiosa
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