Dianthus deltoides 'Arctic Fire' (Maiden pink 'Arctic Fire')
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0.3m max. spread |
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0.35m max. height |
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1-2 years to maturity |
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1 hour care per year |
Botanical name: Dianthus deltoides 'Arctic Fire'
Other names: Maiden pink 'Arctic Fire'
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Genus: Dianthus
Variety or cultivar: 'Arctic Fire' _ 'Arctic Fire' is a mat-forming, evergreen perennial with tufts of linear, dark green foliage and, from spring to autumn, clusters of fragrant, white flowers with fringed petals and reddish-pink to bright pink eyes.
Dianthus deltoides 'Arctic Fire' is: Evergreen
Flower: Reddish pink, White in Spring; White, Reddish pink in Summer; White, Reddish pink in Autumn
Foliage: Dark-green in All seasons
Habit: Mat Forming
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Specific pests: Slugs
Diseases: Generally disease-free.
General care
Pruning: Deadhead regularly.. REGISTER to read more...
Propagation methods: Semi-ripe cuttings. REGISTER to read more...
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Dianthus deltoides 'Arctic Fire' (Maiden pink 'Arctic Fire') will reach a height of 0.35m and a spread of 0.3m after 1-2 years.
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Suggested uses: Beds and borders, City, Cottage/Informal, Gravel, Ground Cover, Low Maintenance
Cultivation: Grow in neutral to alkaline, well-drained soil in full sun.
| This plant likes... | Garden match | |
| Soil types: | Chalky, Loamy, Sandy |  |
| Soil drainage: | Well-drained | |
| Soil pH: | Alkaline, Neutral | |
| Light: | Full Sun | |
| Aspect: | South, East, West | |
| Exposure: | Exposed, Sheltered | |
| Hardiness: | Hardy (H4) | |
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