Dianthus gratianopolitanus
Cheddar pink
An evergreen perennial to 15cm in height, forming a mat of narrow, glaucous leaves. Flowers solitary, 2cm in width, richly fragrant, with deep rose-pink, fringed petals
Synonyms
Dianthus caesiusDianthus Cheddar pink
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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green Grey Silver | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Pink | Green Grey Silver | ||
| Autumn | Green Grey Silver | |||
| Winter | Green Grey Silver |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H6Botanical details
- Family
- Caryophyllaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- Yes
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Matforming
- Potentially harmful
- Humans/Pets: Skin allergen, wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling. For further information and contact numbers regarding pets, see the HTA guide to potentially harmful plants
- Genus
Dianthus can be annuals, evergreen perennials or subshrubs with narrow, often greyish leaves and showy flowers that are frequently fragrant
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- Europe
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in well-drained, neutral to alkaline soil in full sun. Well-suited to a rock garden or the edge of a border
Propagation
Propagate by seed
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- City and courtyard gardens
- Rock garden
- Cottage and informal garden
- Gravel garden
- Garden edging
Pruning
Deadhead as required
Pests
Diseases
May be susceptible to powdery mildews, a rust, a virus and fusarium wilt
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