Dianthus cruentus

Clusters of deepest red flowers held on airy stems above grassy foliage. Thrives in poor, well drained soil in full sun. Dislikes wet, cold, heavy soils. Height to 60cm.

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Sue's Notes

This plant shone out of Cleve West's Chelsea show garden in 2011 and I've been determined to add it to our stock list ever since. It can be short lived in wet years but produces seed, so collect it and sow in spring.

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1 to 4 plants, £5.95
5 to 9 plants, £7.50
10 to 20 plants, £9.95
21 to 40 plants, £15.00
41+ plants, POA
 
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