Dianthus Pink Kisses
Description
Sweetly scented and bursting with charm, Dianthus ‘Pink Kisses’ is a compact flowering favourite that’s perfect for containers, small beds, and balcony pots. With its pretty pink petals edged in deep rose, this low-maintenance perennial delivers weeks of colour and fragrance. Combine with lavender, alyssum, or silvery foliage plants for a romantic and pollinator-friendly South London planting scheme.
Plants supplied in a 12CM grower’s pot.
Key Features & Care:
Mature Height: 15–20cm
Mature Spread: 20–30cm
Flower Colour: Soft pink with rose-pink edging
Flowering Period: Spring to early autumn
Foliage: Evergreen, grey-green
Fragrant: Yes – sweetly scented flowers
Growth Rate: Fast-growing
Hardiness: Hardy in most UK gardens, tolerates coastal conditions
Position: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture: Moist but well-drained
Soil PH: Acid, neutral
Soil Type: Clay, loam, sand
Wildlife Friendly: Attracts bees and butterflies
Perfect For:
Coastal and urban gardens
Pots, window boxes, and containers
Edging borders and pathways
Scented, low-maintenance displays
How to Grow:
Plant in free-draining soil in a sunny spot. Deadhead regularly to prolong flowering, and trim lightly after blooming to maintain a neat, compact shape.
Please note:
Images show how this plant may look at various stages of maturity. The size you choose may vary from the one pictured.