Dianthus 'Oscar Pink Heart'

Common name: Carnation 'Oscar Pink Heart'

Description: Dianthus 'Oscar Pink Heart' is a distinctive and eye-catching carnation producing vivid, fully double pink flowers with a striking darker pink to red central zone — the characteristic "heart" that gives this variety its name. The strong colour contrast within each bloom creates a bold and showy effect that stands out in any container or bedding display. The flowers are sweetly fragrant with the classic clove scent of carnations and are produced prolifically over a long summer season. The Oscar series is noted for its strong, vigorous habit and reliable performance in UK garden conditions.

Other benefits: striking bicolour flower with contrasting central eye; sweet clove fragrance; excellent as a cut flower; long flowering season; vigorous and reliable

Wildlife attraction: bees, butterflies, and other pollinating insects

Height & spread (approx.) at maturity: 30–45cm x 30cm

Position: full sun; containers, borders, and raised beds

Soil pH: neutral to slightly alkaline (pH 6.5–7.5); well-drained soil; tolerates chalk

Moisture: moderate; drought tolerant once established; avoid waterlogging

Winter hardiness: hardy to approximately -15°C