Pinks Plant

Dianthus arenarius, the sand pink, is a compact evergreen perennial with narrow blue-green leaves and scented, deeply cut white flowers. The Royal Horticultural Society reports a maximum height of about 15 cm and flowering in July and August. ## Garden character This low plant suits sunny beds where its fine foliage and white summer flowers can be appreciated close up. It prefers a well-drained neutral to alkaline soil; its low profile makes it useful at the front of a border. The RHS notes that Dianthus species vary widely in life form and foliage, so these details refer specifically to D. arenarius. [RHS Dianthus arenarius profile](https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/5697/dianthus-arenarius/details) ## Growing Give it full sun and sharp drainage. Avoid persistently wet ground, particularly around the crown. The species’ modest height works near the front of a border or in a sunny, open planting where its white flowers and blue-green foliage are not crowded by taller plants. ## Maintenance Deadhead after flowering if you want to keep the display neat. The RHS also notes that Dianthus can be propagated by division in spring or by summer cuttings; divide established clumps when they become congested. Hardiness guidance varies by region, so use local winter conditions when choosing a site.