Sand pink
Sand pink
Dianthus arenarius
Variation
Shipping within 4-10 working days
- Low-growing, robust sand carnation.
- Blooms pink to purple.
- Easy-care and drought-tolerant.
- Blooms from spring to summer.
- Ideal for rock gardens and dry beds.
Dianthus arenarius enchants with finely fringed, pure white flowers that release a delightful fragrance and bring graceful elegance to the garden. The delicate blooms float above the low-growing foliage, making this perennial especially attractive in rock gardens and gravel beds. Highly drought tolerant, it flourishes in sunny positions and remains a beautiful feature for many years.
Care/Water
Dianthus arenarius requires consistent watering during the growing season. Soil should be well-drained, loose, and humus-rich. Extra watering during dry periods ensures healthy leaves and flowers.
Maintenance
Regularly remove faded flowers and dead plant parts. Light pruning after flowering promotes new shoots. Spring fertilization strengthens the plant and supports abundant blooms.
Location
Prefers sunny, sheltered spots with well-drained soil. Ideal for rock gardens, beds, and borders. Avoid waterlogging at all costs.
Tip
Mulching helps retain soil moisture. Dianthus arenarius attracts bees and butterflies. Check soil regularly to ensure optimal growth conditions.
Dianthus arenarius is a decorative carnation with delicate flowers, enhancing beds, borders, and group plantings. It provides fine color accents and elegant highlights in the garden.
The plant thrives in sunny locations.
| Flowering months | |
|---|---|
| Density per m2 | 5 a 7 |
| Max height full grown | 20 cm |
| Plant family name | Pink | Dianthus |
| Standing | Part shade, Full sun |
| Properties | Summer bloomer, Strongly scented, Rock garden, Full sun, Cutting flower, Border plant. |
| Flower color | Pink |
| Leaf color | Green |
Delivery costs
| BE € 4,95 | NL € 5,95 |
| DE € 6,95 | FR € 9,95 |
| AT € 14,95 | DK € 16,95 |
| IT € 16,95 | ES € 19,95 |
| SK € 19,95 | CZ € 19,95 |
| SE € 20,95 | IE € 20,95 |
| LU € 20,95 |
Payment methods
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