Dianthus gratianopolitanus 'Rose-Red Shades'
- Product number: 584840
- Origin: Europe
- Latin: Dianthus gratianopolitanus, or also D. caesius
A species of pink that is becoming rare in Europe. This already indicates: sun and not too wet (especially not wet in winter). The wonderfully fragrant, fringed flowers appear early: in May-June. The plant forms a mat of narrow, grey-green leaves, the flowers are quite large (3-4cm), single, in various shades of pink and protrude proudly on thin stems above the foliage. Occasionally pick spent flowers for the longest possible bloom. After flowering, prune back slightly to encourage healthy plant growth.
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Latin: Dianthus gratianopolitanus, or also D. caesius
Dutch: Pinksteranjer
Also: Rotsanjer
English: Cheddar Pink
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- Flower colour: Various shades of pink
- Origin: Europe
- Average growth height: Up to 30 cm
- Annual or perennial: Perennial
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- Winter hardy: Forst hardy
- Ease of cultivation: Easy
- Latin: Dianthus gratianopolitanus, or also D. caesius
- Dutch: Pink carnation
- Also known as: Rock pink
- English: Cheddar Pink
