Dianthus (Allwoodii Group) Doris | 9cm Pot

Pale pink, scented flowers with red centres and long flowering period. Position: full sun Soil: well-drained, neutral to alkaline soil Rate of growth: average Flowering period: June to September Hardiness: fully hardy A popular modern pink with clove-scented, double, pale pink flowers with red centres from early summer through to autumn. The fine, silvery-green foliage makes a lovely frame for the masses of flowers. Old-fashioned by reputation, and short-lived by nature, this is nonetheless a robust plant with a long flowering period that will tolerate a wide range of conditions. It is best planted towards the front of a perennial border or rock garden, or in a pot. Garden care: Incorporate lots of well-rotted manure or garden compost into the planting hole. Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring and deadhead to prolong flowering.