Dwarf Cottage Pinks
Botanical name: Dianthus
Family Caryophyllaceae
Plant type: Evergreen perennial.
Ideal Planting time: Winter.
Size: 20-30cm tall x 20cm
Spacing: Plant 20cm apart.
Aspect: Full sun
Soil: Well drained soil is important.
Watering: Keep moist whilst growing.
Fertilising: Complete fertiliser.
Flowering time: Summer
Pruning required: Cut off all old flowering stalks in Autumn.
Climatic Tolerances: Temperate - cool.