Dianthus deltoides 'Carmine Red' (Maiden Dianthus)

Dianthus deltoides 'Carmine Red'

Evergreen perennial

Mat-forming groundcover

Height: 15cm when in flower

Spacing: 40cm

Full sun

Flowering: summer/autumn

Rock gardens

Alpine gardens

Cottage-style gardens

Perennial borders

Drought tolerance: good

Frost tolerance: very good

Wind tolerance: very good

Low flammability

Suggested plantings:

·         Between rocks.

·         Surrounded by gravel.

·         Along the edge of garden beds.

Self-seeding can be minimised by:

·         Removing dead flowers before seeds mature.

·         Applying a layer of mulch about 5cm deep.