1 Carnation Capitan Colon Dianthus Plant, Summer Flowering Hardy Perennial, 2 Litre Root Ball

1 Carnation Capitan Colon Dianthus Plant, Summer Flowering Hardy Perennial, 2 Litre Root BallCarnation Capitan Colon (Dianthus caryophyllus) Bring classic charm to your garden with this beautiful Carnation Capitan Colon. A member of the ever popular Dianthus family, this hardy perennial produces stunning, fully double flowers during the summer months, adding vibrant colour and interest to borders, beds and patio containers. Supplied as a well established plant in a 2 litre root ball, ready to plant out and enjoy. Carnation Capitan Colon is a

Carnation Capitan Colon (Dianthus caryophyllus)

Bring classic charm to your garden with this beautiful Carnation Capitan Colon. A member of the ever-popular Dianthus family, this hardy perennial produces stunning, fully double flowers during the summer months, adding vibrant colour and interest to borders, beds and patio containers. Supplied as a well-established plant in a 2 litre root ball, ready to plant out and enjoy.

Carnation Capitan Colon is a reliable border carnation that delivers an impressive floral display year after year. The densely petalled blooms sit atop upright, blue-green stems, making them equally suited to cutting for the vase as they are to garden display. A true cottage garden favourite, this variety pairs beautifully with lavender, salvias and other sun-loving perennials.

What's Included:

• 1 x Carnation Capitan Colon (Dianthus) Plant


• Supplied as a 2 Litre Root Ball


• Well-established and ready to plant

Growing Tips:

Plant in a sunny, sheltered position in well-drained, neutral to alkaline soil. Avoid waterlogged conditions, particularly during winter. Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage further flowering throughout the season. A light feed with a balanced fertiliser in spring will help promote healthy growth and abundant flowers.

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Dianthus caryophyllus 'Capitan Colon'


• Common Names: Carnation, Border Carnation, Dianthus


• Classification: Hardy Perennial


• Fully Grown Height & Spread: 40–60 cm × 30–40 cm


• Growth Habit: Upright, Clump-Forming Perennial


• Perfect for: Borders, Beds, Cottage Gardens, Patio Containers, Cut Flowers


• Flowering Time: Summer


• Planting Position: Full Sun


• Soil Type: Well-Drained, Neutral to Alkaline


• Attracts: Bees, Butterflies & Pollinators


• Type: Hardy Perennial


• Foliage: Narrow, Blue-Green, Evergreen Leaves

Notes: This listing is for the Capitan Colon variety. Please refer to the product images for an accurate representation of flower colour and form.