Maiden Pink. A mat-forming perennial with narrow dark green leaves. Single, brilliant cerise flowers with bearded petals. Max Height 20cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers May to July. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Dianthus deltoides ‘Flashing Lights’
A mat-forming perennial with narrow dark green leaves. Single, brilliant cerise flowers with bearded petals.
Category: Alpines
Additional information
Generic | Dianthus |
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Species | deltoides |
Varietry | 'Flashing Lights' |
Common Name | Maiden Pink |
Flower Colour | cerise |
Soil | Acidic |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 20cm |
Family | Caryophyllaceae |
Spread | 30cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Mat-forming |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | May, July |
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 | |
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Maintenance | |
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