An alpine pink forming a compact mound. Ruby-red flowers. Max Height 15cm. Max Spread 20cm. Flowers May to June. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Dianthus ‘Whatfield Ruby’
An alpine pink forming a compact mound. Ruby-red flowers.
Category: Alpines
Additional information
Generic | Dianthus |
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Species | |
Varietry | 'Whatfield Ruby' |
Common Name | |
Flower Colour | red |
Soil | Acidic |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 15cm |
Family | Caryophyllaceae |
Spread | 20cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Mound-forming |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | May, June |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Cut back after flowering |
Border | Rock garden, Scree |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
Propagation |
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