Overview
Dianthus 'Mendlesham Glow' (p) is a bushy herbaceous perennial in the genus Dianthus, part of the Caryophyllaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Dianthus 'Mendlesham Glow' (p) 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 'Mendlesham Glow' is a bushy, evergreen herbaceous perennial belonging to the genus Dianthus, known for its slender foliage and aromatic flowers. This cultivar thrives in full sun and adapts well to a variety of soil types, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils, with a preference for well-drained conditions. Hardy to UK zone H6, it is suitable for diverse garden settings such as gravel gardens, coastal areas, and patios. 'Mendlesham Glow' offers seasonal interest throughout spring, summer, autumn, and winter, making it a versatile choice for flower borders, rock gardens, and container planting.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Dianthus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy, Clay
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained, Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Dianthus 'Mendlesham Glow' (p) 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 'Mendlesham Glow' (p)
- 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 'Mendlesham Glow' (p)?
Dianthus 'Mendlesham Glow' (p) prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Dianthus 'Mendlesham Glow' (p) need?
Dianthus 'Mendlesham Glow' (p) is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained to moist but well-drained.
Is Dianthus 'Mendlesham Glow' (p) hardy in the UK?
Dianthus 'Mendlesham Glow' (p) 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 'Mendlesham Glow' (p)?
Softwood cuttings of non-flowering shoots in summer,Layering after flowering.
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