Dianthus 'Scented Passion'
Lush red with a glorious scent
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Hereford
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Dianthus 'Scented Passion'
- Full, frilly crimson red blooms with a glorious scent
- Flowers profusely from April to September
- A fully hardy perennial plant with excellent drought tolerance for low-maintenance gardening
- Great for planting in pots on a sunny patio or balocny or for the front of borders - these also make excellent flowers for cutting
- Grows to 30-40cm high
- Loved by bees and butterflies
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Dianthus 'Scented Passion' is highly suitable for 20 cm pots, flowering well in sunny positions up to 25°C.
How big does it get?
Dianthus 'Scented Passion' typically reaches a mature height of 30 cm and a spread of 30 cm.
How much sunlight does this need?
Dianthus 'Scented Passion' requires full sun to flourish.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Dianthus 'Scented Passion' prefers well-drained, sandy or chalky soil.
How much watering does this plant need?
Once established, Dianthus 'Scented Passion' is quite drought-tolerant and only requires watering every 10 to 14 days, providing around 1.5 cm of water, though it will appreciate a thorough soaking when temperatures exceed 25°C.
Will this plant need pruning?
No strict pruning is required, but Dianthus 'Scented Passion' generally benefits from deadheading faded flowers to encourage further blooming and cutting back dead foliage in late autumn or early spring.
How hardy is this plant?
Dianthus 'Scented Passion' holds an RHS rating of H6, withstanding temperatures down to -20°C, making it hardy in all parts of the UK.
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