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Alpine RockeryHerbaceous Perennial
Dianthus alpinus
alpine pink
A mat-forming hardy perennial with dark green foliage and solitary, pale-spotted, deep pink to cerise flowers 4cm wide, on stalks 2-10cm tall; tends to be short-lived
Size
Ultimate height
Up to 10cmTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0–0.1 metreGrowing conditions
Loam
Sand
Clay
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
Spring | Green | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Summer | Pink Red | Green | ||
Autumn | Green | |||
Winter | Green |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H6Botanical details
- Family
- Caryophyllaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Matforming
- Potentially harmful
- Skin allergen, wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
- Genus
Dianthus can be annuals, evergreen perennials or subshrubs with narrow, often greyish leaves and showy flowers that are frequently fragrant
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- E Alps
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in well-drained, neutral to alkaline soil in full sun. Well-suited to a rock garden or the edge of a border
Propagation
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Gravel garden
- Cottage and informal garden
- Rock garden
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Deadhead as required
Pests
Diseases
May be susceptible to powdery mildews, a rust, a virus and fusarium wilt
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