Overview
Dianthus Antigua ('Kotigua') (pf) is a bushy herbaceous perennial in the genus Dianthus, part of the Caryophyllaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Dianthus Antigua ('Kotigua') (pf) grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include gravel garden, city and courtyard gardens, coastal, cottage and informal garden, patio and container plants, rock garden, low maintenance, wall side borders, banks and slopes, cut flowers, flower borders and beds and underplanting of roses and shrubs.
About
Dianthus Antigua ('Kotigua') is a bushy evergreen perennial cultivar within the Dianthus genus, known for its slender foliage and aromatic flowers. It thrives in full sun and well-drained, neutral to alkaline soils such as chalk, loam, or sand. Hardy to UK zone H6, it suits a variety of garden settings including gravel gardens, coastal areas, and patios. This cultivar is particularly valued for spring and summer interest and can be propagated by softwood cuttings or layering.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Dianthus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Dianthus Antigua ('Kotigua') (pf) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Gravel garden, City and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Rock garden, Low Maintenance, Wall side borders, Banks and slopes, Cut flowers, Flower borders and beds, Underplanting of roses and shrubs
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Dianthus Antigua ('Kotigua') (pf)
- Propagation
- Softwood cuttings of non-flowering shoots in summer,Layering after flowering
- Pest resistance
- Slugs,Aphids
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildews,Rust,Fusarium wilt
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Dianthus Antigua ('Kotigua') (pf)?
Dianthus Antigua ('Kotigua') (pf) prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Dianthus Antigua ('Kotigua') (pf) need?
Dianthus Antigua ('Kotigua') (pf) is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Dianthus Antigua ('Kotigua') (pf) hardy in the UK?
Dianthus Antigua ('Kotigua') (pf) has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Dianthus Antigua ('Kotigua') (pf)?
Softwood cuttings of non-flowering shoots in summer,Layering after flowering.
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