Dianthus (Allwoodii Group) Shirley Temple (‘WP15 PIE44’) (PBR) (Cocktails Series) | 9cm Pot

A pink and maroon flowering semi-evergreen perennial. Position: full sun Soil: rich but well-drained, alkaline to neutral soil Rate of growth: average Flowering period: May to August Hardiness: fully hardy Sumptuous pale pink blooms infused with a deep fuchsia pink central ring. From the cocktail range of pinks, comes the wonderfully scented ‘Shirley Temple’ in flower for many months between May to August. Great as a splash of colour in pots, containers and borders. Garden care: Prefers soil enriched with well-rotted manure or garden compost and an application of a balanced fertiliser in spring. Dianthus should be trimmed back lightly after flowering to promote new growth at the base of plant. Prune more closely in spring, as new shoots emerge to maintain a tidy shape.