Dianthus barbatus - P11

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are heavily favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * cut flower * fragrant flowers * very beautiful in containers

Growth habit
Bushy.

Water
This plant has a low water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Tasks
- Apply compost: In the period from March to April - Sowing in trays or seed trays: In the period from March to May.

Care
Withered and yellow leaves must be plucked out regularly, old branches cut out. This encourages the growth of new flowers.

Flower
Dianthus barbatus forms wheel-shaped, white, pink and red flowers from June. These exude a pleasant fragrance.

Use
Tubs, cutting, bee pasture