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Dianthus carthusianorum

Dianthus carthusianorum
German pink

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I was very disappointed upon receiving my order. The plants were feeble, so two of them did not survive. The third one is barely hanging on. These were meant for the village's medieval garden. I will not be recommending Promesse de Fleurs for plant purchases.

Josette S, 27/05/2024

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A beautiful perennial with linear green foliage. In summer, it displays clusters of small dark pink flowers with dentate petals, adorned with a black calyx.
Flower size
3 cm
Height at maturity
40 cm
Spread at maturity
20 cm
Exposure
Sun
Hardiness
Hardy down to -20°C
Soil moisture
Dry soil
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Recommended planting time February to March, September to November
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Description

Dianthus carthusianorum is a bushy perennial with a compact habit and linear and evergreen green foliage. In summer, it bears bright pink flowers adorned with a black calyx.

 

Hardy down to -15°C (5°F), this pink develops persistent, linear, green foliage, 40cm (16in) long, similar to grass. In July, it produces rounded bouquets with 5-petal flowers, 2cm (1in) in diameter. The flowers are dentate and are carried by long slender stems. They are dark pink with a black calyx and are ideal for creating floral arrangements alongside baby's breath and dahlias.

Dianthus carthusianorum grows in well-drained, rocky soil in a sunny or partially shaded position. Remove faded flowers as they appear to promote new flowering. Apply fertiliser in spring. Watch out for slugs. Beware of soil that retains winter moisture.

It is suitable for rock gardens, flower beds or wild gardens.

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Dianthus carthusianorum (Flowering) Flowering
Dianthus carthusianorum (Foliage) Foliage
Dianthus carthusianorum (Plant habit) Plant habit

Flowering

Flower colour pink
Flowering time July to August
Flower size 3 cm
Good for cut flowers Cut flower blooms

Foliage

Foliage persistence Evergreen
Foliage colour green

Plant habit

Height at maturity 40 cm
Spread at maturity 20 cm
Growth rate normal

Botanical data

Genus

Dianthus

Species

carthusianorum

Family

Caryophyllaceae

Other common names

German pink

Origin

Central Europe

Product reference800211

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Planting and care

Plant from October to March in well-drained, dry, poor and stony soil in full sun. In heavy soil or in a region that is too wet, mix compost, sand, and gravel into your garden soil and plant in a raised bed. Don't forget to place gravel at the bottom of the hole for good drainage. Remove faded flowers as they appear to promote new flowering. Apply fertiliser in spring. Beware of slugs and soil that retains winter moisture.

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Planting period

Recommended planting time February to March, September to November

Intended location

Suitable for Shaded rockery, Woodland edge, Undergrowth
Type of use Edge of border
Hardiness Hardy down to -20°C (USDA zone 6b) Show map
Ease of cultivation Amateur
Planting density 7 per m2
Exposure Sun
Soil pH Neutral, Calcareous
Soil type Chalky (poor, alkaline and well-drained), Stony (poor and well-drained)
Soil moisture Dry soil, well-drained

Care

Pruning No pruning necessary
Overwinter Can be left in the ground
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