Carnation Dark Red 10.5Cm Potted Bedding 3 Plants from B&Q

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Bring a touch of classic sophistication to your outdoor space with Carnation Dark Red. This stunning variety is celebrated for its deeply saturated, velvety red blooms that provide a bold and dramatic contrast against slender, silvery-blue evergreen foliage. Renowned for an incredible clove-like fragrance and intricate ruffled texture, these carnations add a rich sensory dimension to any garden. They are perfect for gardeners seeking a traditional yet high-impact plant that delivers both intense colour and a nostalgic perfume throughout the warmer months, making them a standout feature in any sunny spot.Supplied as healthy, established plants, this variety is prized for its compact and sturdy growth habit. Unlike taller varieties that can become leggy, Carnation Dark Red remains neat and upright, making it exceptionally well-suited for decorative patio containers, window boxes, or the front of garden borders. Key FeaturesIntense Colour: Deeply saturated, velvety dark red blooms for high visual impact.Rich Fragrance: Produces a powerful, classic clove-like scent.Compact Habit: Sturdy and upright growth that stays neat in pots and borders.Stunning Foliage: Attractive silvery-blue leaves provide interest even when not in bloom.Excellent Cut Flower: Long-lasting ruffled blooms, perfect for indoor vases.SpecificationsBotanical Name: Dianthus caryophyllusCommon Name: Carnation / PinkPlant Type: PerennialGrowth Habit: Compact and bushyLight Requirements: Full Sun (Requires a bright, sunny position)Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile, neutral to alkalineMature Height: 20cm - 30cmMature Spread: 20cm - 25cmFlowering Period: May to SeptemberPlanting Position: Front of borders, patio pots, or window boxesHardiness: Hardy to Half-hardy (Protect from severe winter frost)Watering Needs: Moderate; allow top soil to dry between waterings.