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Dianthus Gran's Favourite
Dianthus Gran's Favourite
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2 UK retailers
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Dianthus Gran's Favourite is a herbaceous perennial that thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Growing to around 30cm, it flowers from June to August. Loved by butterflies and other garden visitors.
Sun
☀️ Full Sun
Water
💧 Low (Well-drained)
Hardiness
🌡️ H5 (Hardy -10°C)
Size
📏 30cm tall × 30cm wide
Flowers
🌸 jun,jul,aug
Wildlife
🐝 Butterfly plant
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Prices from 2 retailers
Prices last checked: 27 Oct 2026
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| Burncoose Nurseries £9.99 standard delivery | £7.00Checked 27 Oct | Check retailer for size | View at Burncoose NurseriesOpens product page · Affiliate info |
| Thompson & Morgan + £6.99 delivery | from£9.99Checked 27 Oct | Check retailer for size | View at Thompson & MorganOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Burncoose Nurseries
£9.99 standard delivery
Size: Check retailer for size
Thompson & Morgan
+ £6.99 delivery
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Plant Information
About this plant
Dianthus Gran's Favourite is a herbaceous perennial that thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Growing to around 30cm, it flowers from June to August. Loved by butterflies and other garden visitors.
Latin Name
Dianthus Gran's Favourite
Family
Hardiness Zone
H5
Care Level
moderate
Sun Exposure
full-sun
Water Needs
low
Flowering Season
jun,jul,aug
Mature Height
30cm
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I buy Dianthus Gran's Favourite online in the UK?
You can buy Dianthus Gran's Favourite from 2 UK nurseries including Burncoose Nurseries, Thompson & Morgan. ComparePlants.uk compares prices across all of them so you can find the best deal.
What is the scientific name for Dianthus Gran's Favourite?
The scientific name for Dianthus Gran's Favourite is Dianthus Gran's Favourite.
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