Botanical Name: Common Names:
Dianthus plumarius Unforgettable Feathered Pink, Modern Border Pink,
Native: Foliage Type:
No Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
TBA Clumping, Upright
Description:
Highly perfumed and vividly coloured the frilly flowers of Dianthus Unforgettable are borne in good number above the attractive glaucous blue foliage so distinctive of all of this family. Flowers are held on short stems well clear of the foliage and are 1-2 cm across. Flowers can be used for small floral arrangements and last well. In pots or gardens the show made will be one that stands out amongst other plants. Unforgettable has deep rose pink frilled petals with blush pink centres.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
15-30cm <30cm
Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun Well Drained
Landscape Use(s)
Balcony / Roof, Borders / Shrubbery, Courtyard, Cut Flower, Feature, Fragrant Garden, Mass Planting, Container / Pot
Pests & Diseases: Generally trouble free
Cultural Notes:
Plant Care
Keep moist during dry periods, Liquid feed, Mulch well
Family Name: Origin:
Caryophyllaceae Australia
Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Blue
Flower Colour: Pink
Flower Fragrant: Yes
Flowering Season: Spring, Summer
Fruit: Insignificant
Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Moderate
Maintenance Level: Low
Water Usage: Medium / Moderate
Drought: High
Frost: Tender
Wind: Medium / Moderate
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