Bred in Berkshire, England in 1883 by Mr. Sinkins, this old fashioned pink has evergreen
foliage that is grass-like and silvery-green. The double white flowers with green centers appear in summer and have shaggy-looking petals and a strong pleasant clove fragrance. They are good in the vase and can be used in cooking to add a clove-like flavor. Excellent choice for a cottage garden and use as a ground cover.
Type: Herbaceous perennial
Bloom: Double white fragrant flowers in summer
Size: 18” H x 12” W
Light: Full sun
Soil: Average, dry, well drained, alkaline
Hardiness: Zones 5-9
Care: Deadhead to prolong bloom
Pests and Diseases: None of significance
Propagation: Cutting of non-flowering stems in summer
Companion Plants: Lavender, cornflower, other Dianthus
Karen Meyers