Dianthus Oscar Purple Star 10.5Cm Potted Bedding 6 Plants from B&Q

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Captivate your senses with the striking beauty of Dianthus ‘Oscar Purple Star’, an award-winning variety designed for high-performance gardening. This standout plant is celebrated for its unique, star-patterned blooms that feature deep, velvety purple centres contrasted by shimmering, lighter edges. Each ruffled, double flower releases a classic, sweet clove-like fragrance, making it an essential choice for any garden where scent and sophisticated colour are equally valued. Whether positioned near a sunny seating area or used as a detailed focal point on a terrace, this Dianthus brings a touch of intricate elegance and nostalgic charm to your outdoor space.These established plants are supplied in 10.5cm pots, boasting a perfectly compact and mounding habit that remains neat and tidy throughout the season. Key FeaturesUnique Star Pattern: Features deep velvety purple centres with contrasting shimmering edges.Highly Fragrant: Produces a powerful, sweet clove-like scent that enhances garden seating areas.Compact Habit: Neat, mounding growth ideal for small gardens, pots, and window boxes.Extended Flowering: Delivers a prolific and continuous display from early spring through summer.Sturdy & Resilient: Robust stems and silvery-blue foliage that withstand varying weather conditions.SpecificationsBotanical Name: Dianthus caryophyllus 'Oscar Purple Star'Common Name: Pink / CarnationGrowth Habit: Compact, moundingLight Requirements: Full Sun (Requires a bright, open position)Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil; prefers neutral to slightly alkaline conditionsMature Height: 20cm - 25cmMature Spread: 20cm - 25cmFlowering Period: May to SeptemberPlanting Position: Front of borders, patio pots, or window boxesHardiness: Hardy to Half-hardy (Protect from severe winter frosts)Watering Needs: Moderate; allow top layer of soil to dry between waterings.