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Dianthus 'Bridal Star'
I picked a small and hugely fragrant bunch of these for Valentine's Day this year and, having put them in a sheltered, well-drained spot, they have not stopped flowering all year. More
| 1 x 9cm pot 200941-1 | £5.50 |
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| 3 x 9cm pots 200941-3 | £14.50 |
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I picked a small and hugely fragrant bunch of these for Valentine’s Day this year, and having put them in quite a sheltered, well-drained spot at the top of a retaining wall, realised they have not stopped flowering all year. Plus, they have a vase life of two weeks.
| Genus | Dianthus |
| Group/Species | x caryophyllus |
| Variety | Bridal Star |
| Type | Perennial |
| Common Name | English Garden Pink |
| Border Position | Container Garden |
| Soil Type | Alkaline, Neutral |
| Scent | Scented |
| Site | Full Sun |
| Moisture | Well-drained |
| Height | 45cm (18in) |
| Spacing | 45cm (18in) |
| Sowing, Seeds, Planting | Plant in a sunny spot with free-draining soil or grow in a container. |
| Care Tips | Feed and water regularly until established. Deadhead to prolong flowering. Make sure soil is well drained and avoid winter wet which can be harmful to the plant. |
| Flowering | May - October |
| Vase Life | A very reliable and classic cut flower. |
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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- Sow Under Cover/Plant Indoors
- Direct Sow/Plant Outdoors
- Flowers/Harvest
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