DIANTHUS 'Mrs Sinkins'

Commonly known as Hardy pink

Old cottage white, heavily scented
Further Reading....
  • White
  • Height
    25-45cm (10-18in)
  • Spread
    40cm (16in)
  • Herbaceous
    Early in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.
    Perennial. Lax habit with split calyx. Fringed form.
  • Hardy - very cold winter
    Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F)
  • Full sun

DIANTHUS 'Mrs Sinkins'

 
Available Early Spring 2025 - Spring according to the Met office is defined as March 1st - May 31st. Therefore early spring is early March to mid-April. This is not a guaranteed date but an estimate and subject to availability.
£6.00 each 
MULTIBUY SAVING

Any 10+ £4.00 each
Any 3+ for £5.00
Delivery Information Available Early Spring 2025
plant size comparison icon P9/0.5 Litre
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  • Additional Features
    Good to know
    Flowers for 3 weeks in May/June but worth a place in every collection for its perfume.
    Pests & Diseases
    Aphids, slugs, rust, virus diseases, Fusarium wilt.
    Place of origin
    Garden origin - 1868, by the master of Slough workhouse and named for his wife
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Border
    Suits a mixed or herbaceous border
    Cottage garden
    Patio / pot plants
    Rockery (inc alpine)
  • Hardiness
    Fully hardy
  • Scented Plants
    Scented flowers
    Amazing perfume.
  • Seasonal Interest
    Summer
  • Soil Conditions
    Fertile well drained soil
    Neutral to alkaline soil
  • Toxic - Category C
    Harmful if eaten
    People and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents
    May cause skin allergy
    People and pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents
  • Wildlife
    Bee friendly
    Butterfly friendly
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Dianthus - Growing Guide
Herbaceous Plants - Video Collection
25-45cm (10-18in)
 Herbaceous - guide for size not form Hand Trowel
  40cm (16in)
  

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