Limonium sinense Pink Diamond ('Hildiapin') — Clump forming

Overview

Limonium sinense Pink Diamond ('Hildiapin') is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Limonium, part of the Plumbaginaceae family, with deciduous, semi evergreen foliage. Limonium sinense Pink Diamond ('Hildiapin') grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include coastal, cottage and informal garden, gravel garden, wildlife gardens, cut flowers and flower borders and beds.

About

Limonium sinense Pink Diamond ('Hildiapin') is a clump-forming cultivar of the Limonium genus, which includes annuals and perennials with simple or pinnately lobed foliage. This semi-evergreen plant thrives in full sun and well-drained loam or sandy soils across a range of pH levels. It is hardy to UK zone H7 and suitable for coastal, cottage, and gravel gardens, as well as wildlife-friendly spaces. The plant produces prominent panicles of small flowers with durable coloured calyces during summer and autumn, making it valuable for cut flowers and flower borders.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Limonium

Sunlight: Full sun
Soil type: Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Well-drained
Aspect: South-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness: H7

Plant details

Limonium sinense Pink Diamond ('Hildiapin') size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Herbaceous Perennial
Habit: Clump forming
Foliage: Deciduous, Semi evergreen
Suggested uses: Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden, Wildlife gardens, Cut flowers, Flower borders and beds

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Limonium sinense Pink Diamond ('Hildiapin')

Propagation: Seed, Division in spring
Pest resistance: Generally pest-free
Disease resistance: May be susceptible to powdery mildews

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Limonium sinense Pink Diamond ('Hildiapin')?

Limonium sinense Pink Diamond ('Hildiapin') prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Limonium sinense Pink Diamond ('Hildiapin') need?

Limonium sinense Pink Diamond ('Hildiapin') grows best in loam and sand soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.

Is Limonium sinense Pink Diamond ('Hildiapin') hardy in the UK?

Limonium sinense Pink Diamond ('Hildiapin') has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.

How do I propagate Limonium sinense Pink Diamond ('Hildiapin')?

Seed, Division in spring.

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