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Dianthus Seeds - Description
- Variety: Baby Doll Mix
- Also Known as Carnations
- Pack Size: Approx 200 Seeds
- A hardy perennial
- Flowers first year from an early sowing
- Large single flowers for patio pots, borders and edging
- Reliable and long flowering, whatever the weather
- Size
- Spread: 20cm
- Height: 20cm
- Flowers: Fragrant. Crisp White and Pink Petals
- Quality seeds from Mr Fothergills
Dianthus Seeds - Sowing Instructions
- Sow:
- Indoors: Feb to April
- Water well
- Place in warm position (20-25°c is ideal)
- Seedlings usually appear in 2-4 weeks
- Flowers: June to Oct
- Plant out: Avoiding frosts (May to June)
- Always handle seedlings by the leaf, not the stem
- Grow in full sun
- Deadhead for continuous flowers
- See images or 'How to Grow' tab for full growing instructions
Dianthus Seeds - Uses / Location
- Silvery grey foliage contrasts well with bronze foliage plants
- Suited to herbaceous borders, containers & bedding schemes
- Suited to alpine gardens
- Attracts bees & butterflies
- Prefers sandy & well drained or gritty soil
- Prefers slightly alkaline soils
- Position in full sun or partial shades
- Happy in exposed or sheltered locations
- Companion plants for Dianthus include Phlox, Heuchera, Aubretia, Lavender & Bergenias
