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DIANTHUS 'Arctic Star'
Commonly known as alpine pinks
Double, white, fragrant flowers.
£6.50
MULTIBUY SAVING
Any 10+ £4.00 each
Any 3+ for £5.00
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Good to know
Syn 'Devon Arctic Star' -
Pests & Diseases
Aphids, slugs powdery mildews and rust -
Semi-evergreenKeeps some of its foliage all year, and will drop some leaves as well.Can lose leaves in very cold weather
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White
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DoubleMulti rows of petals, no stamen showing
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Cottage garden
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Patio / pot plants
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Rockery (inc alpine)
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SilverGrey green leaves
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Height and Spread
0.1–0.5 metres -
Alpine or rock plantThese plants prefer well drained soil and are generally dwarf in habit.
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Pruning group 5
Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
When: Annually after flowering.
Dead regularly -
Hardy - very cold winter
Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F) -
Scented flowers
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Neutral to alkaline soil
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Well drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soil
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Full sun
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skin irritant
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