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Hints on growing Dianthus, please
happycottontail
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Last year I planted some Dianthus "Memories". They flowered well, but then the stems started going white and the leaves shrivelled. So i cut them back, but although they had a second flush, the flowers were rather tatty. This spring they still looked awful so I've got rid of them.
I believe they prefer chalky soil, whereas mine is clay. I have just bought some of the Gran's Favourite variety. How can i improve their chances of survival?
Thanks in advance,
Happy
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I grow dianthus in pots - they're very happy in them
Otherwise - yes, as Darren says, improve the drainage by adding large amounts of grit to the planting holes and have them in the summiest part of the garden.
I live in west central Scotland - not where that photo is...
Thanks everyone. I will get some grit and mushroom compost!
Verdun, can I use mushroom compost when planting any other shrubs or plants, or is it best used just as a mulch?
Verdun