Dianthus - La France
Dianthus - La France
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Elegant and richly perfumed, Dianthus ‘La France’ showcases softly ruffled blooms in shades of blush pink to creamy rose, exuding a timeless, antique beauty. Each petal carries the classic clove scent associated with old-fashioned garden pinks, making this variety a fragrant favourite for both garden and vase. Its tall, wiry stems and soft colouring lend themselves beautifully to romantic arrangements and nostalgic borders.
Best for: Scented bouquets, cottage-style gardens, vintage-inspired posies, and pastel floral palettes.
Edible Flowers: Use the flower petals to garnish salads, desserts, soups, icing, and cold drinks. Flavor is of mild clove. Remove the petals from the flower base before consuming as the base can be quite bitter.
Approx 30 seeds per packet
Growing Information
| Season | Blooms from late spring through summer, typically November to February. |
| Type | Filler |
| Blooms | Cut and Come Again |
| Edible | Yes |
| Spacing | Space 20–30cm apart for full, bushy plants. |
| Days to Germination | 7-14 days |
| Days to Maturity | 130-140 days |
| Sowing Tips | Start indoors 8–10 weeks before last frost. Cover seeds lightly and keep soil evenly moist. Harden off before planting out after danger of frost has passed. |
| Growing Tips | Grow in full sun with free-draining soil. Pinch out early growth to encourage branching. Deadhead regularly to extend blooming. Harvest when buds are just starting to open for longest vase life. |
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