Dianthus gallicus

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Dianthus gallicus
Family Caryophyllaceae
Genus Dianthus
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Common Name(s) Jersey pink
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A native of the Atlantic coast of Europe from Portugal to northwestern France. Is a loosely-tufted perennial growing to 45cm tall when in flower. The fragrant flowers are produced in summer at the tips of the stem either singly or in clusters of three. The pink petals are deeply toothed.

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Sun Full Sun
Shelter ShelteredModerate ShelterOpen Position
Aspect East, South, West
Hardiness hardy
Drainage Well Drained
Soil Type Chalk, Loam, Sand
Slightly alkaline chalky or sandy well drained soil.
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Height (m) : 0.05 - 0.1
Spread (m) : 0.1 - 0.2
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Scent : Pleasant

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Flowering : Early Summer
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Colour : Pink
Size : Quite small (1 to 3 cm)
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Scent : Pleasant
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