Dianthus Strawberry Parfait

Common Name: Parfait Strawberry Carnation

Description:
Dianthus ‘Parfait Strawberry’ is a vibrant and compact carnation variety, featuring striking strawberry-pink blooms with a deep red centre. The ruffled petals and sweet, clove-like fragrance make it a standout addition to garden beds, borders, and pots. This hardy perennial flowers prolifically from late spring through to autumn, attracting bees and butterflies while providing months of colour. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, demonstrating excellent drought tolerance once established. Regular deadheading encourages prolonged flowering. Perfect for cut flower arrangements, ‘Parfait Strawberry’ adds a cheerful burst of colour and fragrance to both indoor and outdoor spaces.

Form:

• Shrub - Small

Mature Size:

• Height: 20 – 30 cm
• Width: 20 – 30 cm

Aspect:

• Full Sun

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring
• Flowers in Summer
• Flowers in Autumn

Flower Colour:

• Strawberry Pink with Deep Red Centre

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Scented Flowers
• Bee Attracting
• Perennial
• Suitable for Cut Flowers
• Drought Tolerant
• Low Maintenance

Toxicity:

• Mildly toxic to pets if ingested in large amounts

Companion Plants:

• Lavandula (Lavender)
• Salvia (Sage)
• Echinacea (Coneflower)
• Nepeta (Catmint)
• Gaura (Butterfly Bush)