Dianthus 'Dianturi Twinkle'? - P9

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Dianthus caesius.

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

Growth habit
Carpet-like.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

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
Cut back: August.

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

Flower
Dianthus gratianopolitanus 'Dianturi Twinkle' forms wheel-shaped, pink-coloured flowers from May. These exude a pleasant fragrance.

Use
Tubs, cutting, bee pasture, balcony/patio