Overview
Dianthus 'Sutton Mayfair' (p) is a bushy herbaceous perennial in the genus Dianthus, part of the Caryophyllaceae family, with evergreen foliage. Dianthus 'Sutton Mayfair' (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 'Sutton Mayfair' is a bushy, evergreen herbaceous perennial belonging to the genus Dianthus, which includes annuals, evergreen perennials, and subshrubs known for their slender foliage and aromatic flowers. This cultivar thrives in full sun and is adaptable to various soil types, including sandy, loamy, and clay soils with a range of pH levels. It is hardy to UK zone H6 and suitable for diverse garden settings such as gravel gardens, coastal areas, and patios. It flowers from spring through winter and can be propagated by softwood cuttings or layering.
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 'Sutton Mayfair' (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 'Sutton Mayfair' (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 'Sutton Mayfair' (p)?
Dianthus 'Sutton Mayfair' (p) prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Dianthus 'Sutton Mayfair' (p) need?
Dianthus 'Sutton Mayfair' (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 'Sutton Mayfair' (p) hardy in the UK?
Dianthus 'Sutton Mayfair' (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 'Sutton Mayfair' (p)?
Softwood cuttings of non-flowering shoots in summer,Layering after flowering.
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