An alpine pink forming a compact mound. Clusters of double deep red flowers. Max Height 8cm to 10cm. Max Spread 20cm. Flowers May to June. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Dianthus ‘Hidcote’
An alpine pink forming a compact mound. Clusters of double deep red flowers.
Category: Alpines
Additional information
Generic | Dianthus |
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Species | |
Varietry | 'Hidcote' |
Common Name | |
Flower Colour | red |
Soil | Acidic |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Evergreen |
Height | 8cm, 10cm |
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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