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Dianthus caryophyllus Sunflor® ‘Esta’
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Dianthus caryophyllus Sunflor® ‘Esta’


Dwarf Hardy Carnation

 USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 1.181.370


The Sunflor® pot carnations can be used both indoors and outdoors, will flower from spring until late autumn, and are completely hardy. Plants form a neat compact mound of grassy foliage smothered with semi to fully double flowers. This selection features raspberry-pink, double flowers, edged white, on short sturdy stems held above attractive, compact, grey-green foliage. Added bonus of a wonderful spicy-clove fragrance. Excellent for containers, rock gardens and borders. Drought tolerant and easy to grow. Prefers well-drained soil in sun or part shade. Good drainage is essential for winter hardiness. Evergreen. Bred in The Netherlands.

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Dianthus caryophyllus Sunflor® ‘Esta’


Optimal Growing
Conditions		 Appearance and
Characteristics
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Plant Uses & Characteristics
Height
   15-20 cm
   6-8 inches
Spread
   15-20 cm
   6-8 inches
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