Description
Carnation Capitan Colon (Dianthus caryophyllus)
Bring classic charm to your garden with this beautiful Carnation Capitan Colon. A member of the ever-popular Dianthus family, this hardy perennial produces stunning, fully double flowers during the summer months, adding vibrant colour and interest to borders, beds and patio containers. Supplied as a well-established plant in a 2 litre root ball, ready to plant out and enjoy.
Carnation Capitan Colon is a reliable border carnation that delivers an impressive floral display year after year. The densely petalled blooms sit atop upright, blue-green stems, making them equally suited to cutting for the vase as they are to garden display. A true cottage garden favourite, this variety pairs beautifully with lavender, salvias and other sun-loving perennials.
What’s Included:
- 1 x Carnation Capitan Colon (Dianthus) Plant
- Supplied as a 2 Litre Root Ball
- Well-established and ready to plant
Growing Tips:
Plant in a sunny, sheltered position in well-drained, neutral to alkaline soil. Avoid waterlogged conditions, particularly during winter. Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage further flowering throughout the season. A light feed with a balanced fertiliser in spring will help promote healthy growth and abundant flowers.
Cultural Information:
- Botanical Name: Dianthus caryophyllus ‘Capitan Colon’
- Common Names: Carnation, Border Carnation, Dianthus
- Classification: Hardy Perennial
- Fully Grown Height & Spread: 40–60 cm × 30–40 cm
- Growth Habit: Upright, Clump-Forming Perennial
- Perfect for: Borders, Beds, Cottage Gardens, Patio Containers, Cut Flowers
- Flowering Time: Summer
- Planting Position: Full Sun
- Soil Type: Well-Drained, Neutral to Alkaline
- Attracts: Bees, Butterflies & Pollinators
- Type: Hardy Perennial
- Foliage: Narrow, Blue-Green, Evergreen Leaves
Notes: This listing is for the Capitan Colon variety. Please refer to the product images for an accurate representation of flower colour and form.
