Dianthus caryophyllus 'Benigna White Striped'
- Good for Cutting
- Perfect for Pots
- Scented
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Tried & tested by Sarah
Super productive variety
Easy to grow
The scent of these very long-lasting carnations is INCREDIBLE, truly powerful, utterly delicious and clove like, just like a classic old-fashioned Malmaison carnation
- Good for Cutting
- Perfect for Pots
- Scented
Product details
- Type
- Biennial or Short-lived Perennial
- Position
- Cutting Garden
- Soil
- Neutral - Alkaline
- Flowers
- July - September
- Height
- 60cm (24in)
- Common name
- Carnation, Clove pink
- Moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- Full Sun
- Spread
- 45cm (18in)
- Cultivation
- Sow under cover in spring, covering the seed only very lightly. Pot on and plant out after the last frosts.
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 Time
July - September
