Dianthus (P) 'Doris' - P9

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are heavily favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * cut flower * strongly scented flowers * very beautiful in containers * winter green

Growth habit
Dense, 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
- Pruning: In the period from August to September - Sowing under glass: From April 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 plumarius 'Doris' forms double, wheel-shaped, fringed, salmon-pink coloured flowers from the end of May. These exude a strong fragrance.

Use
Tubs, cutting, rock garden, bee pasture