Maiden Pink (Dianthus Deltoides) Plant

Maiden Pink with its dainty, blush - cerise pink flowers which are so very pretty but suprisingly unscented. The County flower of Roxburghshire, Maiden Pink forms a mat of foliage with dark green narrow leaves on slender stems leading to clusters of the flowers. 

• Type: Perennial
• Height: 10-15cm
• Flowers: May-August
• Soil requirement: Well drained, alkaline - neutral soils
• Light requirement: Full sun
• Natural habitat: Throughout Britain but not in Northern Scotland found in hilly pastures and dry banks
• Also known as: Lady's Cushion, Meadow Pink, Spink