Botanical name – Dianthus barbatus ‘Jolt Cherry’
Common name – Carnation, Dianthus Jolt Cherry
Description – A herbaceous biennial that produces masses of vibrant cherry coloured flowers through the warmer months of the year. Works well in the garden or as a pot plant but be sure to prune and shape after flowering in autumn.
Flower Colour – Cherry to Burgundy
Flower Period – Late Spring through autumn
Fruiting – N/A
Location – Grows best in fertile soil in a full sun to part shade position.
Care – Water regularly during establishment and maintain through the warmer months. Fertilise during spring and follow up in summer to help encourage long term flowering. Prune as required to maintain form.
Mature height – .5m H x .3m W
Sizes/Plant height approximate (above pot);
190mm – 30cm
**All plant stock and sizes are approximates and subject to grower availability as per the time of year**
Plant Key
Some quick facts about this plant:
Full Sun | |
Part Shade | |
Moderate Watering | |
Ideal for Pots | |
Flowering | |
Wild Life Attracting | |
30cm Wide | |
50cm High |