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Pretty pinks on the rockery.

kate123

By Kate123


Pretty pinks on the rockery. (Dianthus barbatus (Sweet William))

Flowering nicely and fragrant..



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That's a dainty one.

26 Jun, 2021

 

So pretty . . . :o)

26 Jun, 2021

 

Thank you, ladies. Ange, Julia and Shirley.
They are quite fragrant too, I'm pleased they've flowered much better this year.

26 Jun, 2021

 

they make excellent little cut flowers. i use a sherry glass for a vase for then.

27 Jun, 2021

 

Thanks Klahanie and Eileen..that’s a good idea! I shall try this as there are plenty of buds still ready to open too.

27 Jun, 2021

 

I love pinks, they are so reliable!

27 Jun, 2021

 

I have one just like this Kate the scent is gorgeous it reminds me of Cloves ..

27 Jun, 2021

 

Thanks for your comments, Rose and Amy. Have to agree, the scent is lovely. I think you’re right Amy, cloves is the right description.

27 Jun, 2021

 

That's pretty, have been looking to buy a couple more of these :-)

28 Jun, 2021

 

Thanks Jane, I’m really liking them too!

28 Jun, 2021



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