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Dianthus freynii | Plant Finder | Fill My Garden

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Dianthus freynii

Dianthus freynii

Low Maintenance

Genus: Dianthus
Family: Caryophyllaceae

About this plant

A slow-growing, dome-forming evergreen perennial to a height of 8cm, with grey-green narrow leaves and pale pink flowers in summer

Growing Information

Height

Up To 10 Cm

Spread

0.1-0.5 Metres

Hardiness

Foliage

Evergreen

Growing Conditions

Sunlight

Full Sun

Soil

SandyLoamClay

NeutralAlkaline

Not Currently Available

This plant is not currently stocked at any garden centres on our platform.

Moisture

Poorly DrainedWell Drained

Aspect

East FacingWest Facing

Exposure

ExposedSheltered

Care Guide

Cultivation

Grow in moist, well-drained gritty compost in full sun. Ideal for alpine troughs, sinks and scree/gravel gardens

Pruning

No pruning required

Propagation

Propagate by seed in a cold frame from autumn to early spring or take cuttings in summer

Pests

May be susceptible to aphids and slugs

Diseases

May be susceptible to Fusarium wilt

Garden Uses

Uses

Cottage InformalGround CoverHedging ScreensPatio ContainerWall Side Borders

Planting Places

OutdoorBog GardenConservatory

Season of Interest

SpringSummerAutumnWinter

Size & Characteristics

Height

Up To 10 Cm

Spread

0.1-0.5 Metres

Habit

Clump Forming

Time to Full Height

Five To Ten Years