Dianthus longicalyx Bare Rooted

$9.95

Description

Dianthus longicalyx is a small spreading shrub with flower spikes of massed lavender flowers on stalks to 30cm. Flower petals are fringed. Flowers from late spring to autumn. Attractive bluey grey foliage. Deadhead to encourage repeat flowering. Most soils in full sun. Part shade in hot districts. Summer water may be required in drier districts. Ideal for borders, rockeries, cottage gardens and containers. A rare species difficult to find in cultivation.

this plant is sent with its 68mm pot removed

Additional information

Height

Under 1m

Position

Full Sun, Part Shade

Conditions

Frost Tolerant

Region

Cold, Temperate

Soil

Clay, Loam

Watering

light to medium with some summer water

Description

Dianthus longicalyx is a small spreading shrub with flower spikes of massed lavender flowers on stalks to 30cm. Flower petals are fringed. Flowers from late spring to autumn. Attractive bluey grey foliage. Deadhead to encourage repeat flowering. Most soils in full sun. Part shade in hot districts. Summer water may be required in drier districts. Ideal for borders, rockeries, cottage gardens and containers. A rare species difficult to find in cultivation.

this plant is sent with its 68mm pot removed

Additional information

Height

Under 1m

Position

Full Sun, Part Shade

Conditions

Frost Tolerant

Region

Cold, Temperate

Soil

Clay, Loam

Watering

light to medium with some summer water

Description

Dianthus longicalyx is a small spreading shrub with flower spikes of massed lavender flowers on stalks to 30cm. Flower petals are fringed. Flowers from late spring to autumn. Attractive bluey grey foliage. Deadhead to encourage repeat flowering. Most soils in full sun. Part shade in hot districts. Summer water may be required in drier districts. Ideal for borders, rockeries, cottage gardens and containers. A rare species difficult to find in cultivation.

this plant is sent with its 68mm pot removed

Additional information

Height

Under 1m

Position

Full Sun, Part Shade

Conditions

Frost Tolerant

Region

Cold, Temperate

Soil

Clay, Loam

Watering

light to medium with some summer water