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DIANTHUS 'Gran's Favourite'
Commonly known as Hardy pink
White laced purple
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Pests & DiseasesAphids, slugs, rust, virus diseases, Fusarium wilt.
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Place of originGarden origin
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Evergreen
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PurpleShades of purple/mauve/lilac/violetLaced purple
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Striped, Veined or Multicoloured
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White
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DoubleMulti rows of petals, no stamen showing4-6cm (1½-2½in) across
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Fully hardy
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Height30cm (12in)
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Spread40cm (16in)
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HerbaceousEarly in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.Perennial. Laced modern pink.
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Hardy - very cold winterHardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
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Scented flowers
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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harmful if eatenPeople and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents
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may cause skin allergyPeople and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents
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Bee friendly
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Butterfly friendly
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Mature Size30cm (12in)
40cm (16in)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderSuits a mixed or herbaceous borderCottage gardenPatio / pot plants
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Soil Conditions
Fertile well drained soilNeutral to alkaline soil
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Dianthus - Growing Guide
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