Red Eye Dianthus
Dianthus spiculifolius
Forming dense cushions this dianthus has white, fringed flowers with a red-eye. The flowers are fragrant, the foliage is linear and blue-green. Ideal for the rock garden or drier, well drained areas. Flowers in late spring and summer. Endemic to Europe’s Carpathian mountains. A hardy perennial that prefers full sun. Suitable for container/pot growing. 20 seeds.
Sowing Instructions
Raise in trays or sow direct into garden position. Cover seeds thinly and press firmly into soil. Keep moist and warm (20˚C).
Frost Hardy
Perennial
Full sun
Sowing Method
Direct, Transplant
Height
0.4m
Spacing/Spread
0.4m
Sowing Periods
| J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cool | ||||||||||||
| Temperate | ||||||||||||
| Sub-Tropical/Tropical |
Red Eye Dianthus
Sale price$3.75