Carnation - Pink Bicolour

Common Name: Carnation 'Pink Bicolour'

Description: Carnation 'Pink Bicolour' (Dianthus caryophyllus 'Pink Bicolour') is a delightful perennial renowned for its striking dual-toned blooms, typically featuring light and dark pink hues. These fragrant, double flowers emerge from late spring through summer, adding a splash of colour and a sweet scent to gardens. The plant thrives in well-drained soils and prefers full sun to partial shade, making it well-suited to Melbourne's climate. Its compact growth habit and prolonged blooming period make it a popular choice for borders, rock gardens, and containers.

Form:

• Shrub - Small

Mature Size:

• Height: Approximately 30–40 cm
• Width: Approximately 30–40 cm

Aspect:

• Full Sun
• Part Shade

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring
• Flowers in Summer

Flower Colour:

• Light Pink
• Dark Pink

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Scented Flowers
• Bee Attracting
• Perennial

Toxicity: No known toxicity to humans or animals.

Companion Plants:

• Lavender
• Salvia
• Coreopsis