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Alpine Pink

Dianthus alpinus

  • Scented
  • Feeds pollinators
Alpine Pink (Dianthus alpinus)

Photo: Σ64 · CC BY 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Bloom colours

rose, magenta

What actually matters with this one

It wants limestone grit and no mulch whatsoever. Organic matter around the neck rots the whole cushion.

How to grow it

Light
full sun
Water
Keep it dry
Hardiness
Zones 3-8
Height
10 cm
Flowers
June to July
Difficulty
moderate

Plant it alongside

Relatives and plants that want the same conditions.