An erect perennial to 75cm, spreading by suckers, with divided foliage and double, deep pink flowers 5cm across, forming a neat rosette of many narrow tepals.
Position: Full sun, Partial shade
Soil Types: Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Max Height: 0.5-1 metres
Max Spread: 0.1-0.5 metres
Moisture: Moist but well–drained
pH: Acid or Alkaline or Neutral
Aspect: South–facing or North–facing or West–facing or East–facing
Exposure: Exposed or Sheltered
Hardiness: H7
Cultivation: Will grow in any garden soil but avoid excessive winter wet, dislikes being moved around. Can spread rapidly once established.
Propagation: Propagate by division in early spring or autumn, or propagate by root cuttings.
Suggested planting locations and garden types:
- Cottage and informal garden
- City and courtyard gardens
- Wildlife gardens
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning: Cut back flowered stems in late autumn
Pests: May be susceptible to leaf and bud eelworm, caterpillars and slugs
Diseases: May be susceptible to Powdery mildews
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