Dianthus 'Dart Red White Picotee'

Common name: Dianthus 'Dart Red White Picotee'

Description: This striking perennial produces masses of flowers in white with distinctive red edges creating a classic picotee effect throughout summer. The abundant blooms with their elegant edging are held on slender stems above compact mounds of grey-green foliage, bringing continuous colour and sophisticated style to borders and containers. 'Dart Red White Picotee' is perfect for the front of borders, rock gardens, containers, or edging where its long flowering period and bold patterning provide standout interest. The flowers are lightly fragrant whilst the attractive foliage provides year-round structure. This easy-care dianthus brings months of elegant bicolour blooms with minimal maintenance.

Other benefits: long flowering season, striking picotee pattern, compact habit, suitable for containers, low maintenance

Wildlife attraction: bees, butterflies

Height & spread (approx.) at maturity: 25cm x 30cm

Position: full sun

Soil pH: adaptable; prefers neutral to slightly alkaline conditions

Moisture: moderate watering needs; well-drained soil essential

Winter hardiness: hardy to -15°C