{"product_id":"border-blue-dianthus-dianthus-hybrid","title":"Border Blue™ Dianthus - Dianthus hybrid 'DIAN202' PBR Intended","description":"\u003cp\u003eBorder Blue Dianthus (\u003cem\u003eDianthus hybrid\u003c\/em\u003e) is a clumping dianthus with clean blue foliage and pink mottled flowers from spring to autumn. The foliage sits about 15cm high and the flowers rise to 30cm, on a clump 30cm to 40cm wide, so it is a tidy front of border plant. Bred by Ozbreed for heat tolerance and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBlue foliage all year.\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean blue leaves keep a border interesting between flushes of flowers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowers from spring to autumn.\u003c\/strong\u003e Abundant pink mottled blooms carry across three seasons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeat tolerant.\u003c\/strong\u003e Ozbreed bred it as a reliable, heat tolerant dianthus with exceptional longevity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStays tidy.\u003c\/strong\u003e It forms broad, even clumps that hold their shape, so edges stay crisp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasy care.\u003c\/strong\u003e Regular watering, good drainage and a deadhead are about all it asks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBorders and paths.\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant 25cm apart in a single row. Ozbreed's range is 20cm to 30cm, and 25cm gives a continuous edge along a path or driveway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMass planting.\u003c\/strong\u003e Use nine plants per square metre, about 33cm apart, for a solid sweep of blue foliage and pink flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStandalone specimen.\u003c\/strong\u003e A single clump at the front of a bed works well on its own, where the foliage and flower pattern can be seen up close.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Border Blue Dianthus in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade. Ozbreed lists it for New South Wales, the ACT, Victoria, Tasmania, the Northern Territory, South Australia and Western Australia, so it suits temperate, Mediterranean and arid gardens. Queensland is not listed, and humid summers are harder on dianthus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Well drained soil is the essential part. On heavy clay, raise the bed or build up the planting hole with coarse material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly, especially while it establishes, but let the surface dry between waterings. Fertilise lightly in spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Deadhead spent flowers to keep the blooms coming. A light tidy in spring keeps the clump compact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorder Blue Dianthus is listed in 140mm pots in packs of 10. Stock comes from Ozbreed's licensed growers and is grown to order at times, so a size can show as backorder. Order it and we confirm timing with you before anything ships. Ten plants at 25cm spacing edge about 2.5m of path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ozbreed\"\u003eSee the full Ozbreed range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/flowering-plants\"\u003eMore flowering plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/mass-planting-plants\"\u003ePlants for mass planting\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rockery-plants\"\u003eRockery plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow far apart should I plant it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant 25cm apart for a border, or about 33cm apart (nine per square metre) for mass planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I keep it flowering?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeadhead spent flowers and keep the soil well drained. A light feed and prune in spring sets the clump up for the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it cope with humid summers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOzbreed does not list Queensland, and dianthus dislike wet, humid conditions. Good drainage and an open, sunny position help.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10) (Backorder)","offer_id":67789646856511,"sku":"DIA-HYB-140MM-P10","price":222.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/border-blue-dianthus-dianthus-hybrid.jpg?v=1792193047","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/border-blue-dianthus-dianthus-hybrid","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}