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'

 
Estimated availability autumn 2024 Any time SEPT-DEC - Not yet confirmed. Could be any time between September and December.
£6.00 each 
MULTIBUY SAVING

Any 10+ £4.00 each
Any 3+ for £5.00
Delivery Information Estimated availability autumn 2024 Any time SEPT-DEC
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)
  

Useful extras...

Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
3 options from £6.00

Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Afterplant - Tomatoes
AFTER PLANT TOMATO FEED Liquid Concentrate with Bio stimulant is a high potash liquid concentrate containing seaweed extract, plant derived amino acids and other nutrients specifically formulated to benefit tomatoes and greenhouse plants.
Only £8.00

Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
3 options from £3.00

Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants. Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
Only £7.50

Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Blood, Fish & Bone
Improves vegetable, fruit and flower quality. Blood, Fish and Bone contains three major nutrients essential for strong and healthy growth.
Only £6.00

Vermin & Pest Control
Slug Pellets
Slug killer blue mini pellets are easy to use and give effective control of slugs and snails. Ideal in garden, conservatory or greenhouse.
Only £6.50

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