An old-fashioned pink forming a compact mound. Double rose pink flowers with darker centres. Max Height 25cm to 45cm. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers May to June. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Dianthus ‘Earl of Essex’
An old-fashioned pink forming a compact mound. Double rose pink flowers with darker centres.
Category: Perennials
Additional information
Generic | Dianthus |
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Species | |
Varietry | 'Earl of Essex' |
Common Name | |
Flower Colour | pink |
Soil | Acidic |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 25cm, 45cm |
Family | Caryophyllaceae |
Spread | 30cm |
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 | Border, Rock garden |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
Propagation |
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