Xela's Garden

Pink 'Widecombe Fair'

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Reminders for this plant

Due 9 months ago:

Feed/fertilize

Feed with a balanced fertiliser in spring and again after flowering to encourage further blooms.

Due 8 months ago:

Take cuttings

Easily increased by way of cuttings taken in the spring and summer months. Plants are best replaced regularly, every three years or so, as they have a tendency to become woody and leggy.

Due 7 months ago:

Dead head

Dead head faded flowers regularly to ensure repeat flowering. .

Due 6 months ago:

Feed/fertilize

Feed with a balanced fertiliser in spring and AGAIN AFTER FLOWERING to encourage further blooms.

Due in 2 months:

Take cuttings

Easily increased by way of cuttings taken in the spring and summer months. Plants are best replaced regularly, every three years or so, as they have a tendency to become woody and leggy.

Due in 4 months:

Dead head

Dead head faded flowers regularly to ensure repeat flowering.

Due in 5 months:

Feed/fertilize

Feed with a balanced fertiliser in spring and AGAIN AFTER FLOWERING to encourage further blooms.

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About this plant

Genus: Dianthus.

Species: Dianthus allwoodii (Vistabile).

Planted in elliptical bed
Bought at ? for £?
Unusual variety

This plant has received an Award of Garden Merit from the Royal Horticultural Society.
well drained soil
sunny spot

Height 10-12".

Flowers:
Colour: soft peach pink with a hint of cream.
Scent: Highly clove

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