About
Dianthus squarrosus is a neat, evergreen perennial forming loose mats of narrow, blue-grey leaves 10�15 cm in height, covered in summer in deeply fringed, single, white flowers with an overwhelmingly deep, sweet perfume. A charming and intensely fragrant pink for a sunny, well-drained border or rock garden.
About the genus
Dianthus, the pinks and carnations, are annuals, evergreen perennials and subshrubs with narrow, often grey or blue-green leaves and showy, frequently fragrant flowers with fringed or toothed petals in white, pink, red or purple. Among the most beloved of all cottage-garden plants.
Plant details
Suggested usesRock gardens, borders, wildflower meadows
Care notes
CultivationWell-drained, often alkaline soil in full sun
PruningDeadhead or shear after flowering
PropagationSeed, division, or cuttings depending on species
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceRust occasionally