Dianthus carthusianorum — a hardy, low-maintenance pink for the garden, thriving in full sun (at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily) to flower well and prevent loose growth.
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Botanical name: Dianthus carthusianorum
Materials and care
Light: Requires full sun (at least 6 hours daily) to flower well and prevent loose growth
Aspect: Open, south- or west-facing gravel gardens, prairies, wildflower meadows
Soil type: Poor to moderately fertile, neutral to alkaline soils — chalk or limestone ideal
Drainage: Critical — demands outstanding, fast drainage
Watering: Water deeply but infrequently until established; drought-tolerant once mature
Spacing: Space plants about 30cm apart for good air circulation
Deadheading: Snip spent flower heads regularly to extend blooming
Fertiliser: Light balanced fertiliser or compost mulch in spring
Propagation: Softwood cuttings in summer, spring division, or self-seeding
