Dianthus chinensis (common names: Baby Doll)
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By Xela
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Dianthus chinensis (aka Baby Doll)
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'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.
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Joined 1 Mar, 2008
235 plants
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Planted ? in Vistabile Family Apple Tree bed
Bought in ? at ? for £?
Hardy
* Flowers: Summer
* Position: Full sun
* Soil: Well drained
* Height: 8 inches
* Germination: Easy
* Aftercare: Easy
* Ideal for: Border, Containers, Cut Flower
Description
Early flowering, compact plants, smothered in a mouthwatering colour combination of royal crimson flowers, each with an unusual deep crimson eye. Outstanding in borders or containers. Height 15-20cm (6-8 inches).
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Joined 4 Mar, 2008
North Carolina
6 Aug, 2008
Love the dark colored marking on this one! Hope I can find it over here !
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