About
A garden dianthus, reaching 25-45cm, with a tidy clump of linear, often glaucous foliage. Showy blooms with fringed or smooth petals open on sturdy stems from late spring to midsummer. 'Bartanger' is a delightful garden selection.
About the genus
Dianthus can be annuals, evergreen perennials or subshrubs with narrow, often greyish leaves and showy flowers that are frequently fragrant
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, edging, gravel gardens
Care notes
CultivationWell-drained, neutral to alkaline soil in full sun
PruningDeadhead regularly. Trim after main flush
PropagationCuttings of non-flowering shoots in summer
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceRust may occur. Good drainage and air circulation help