Carnation Capitan Diaz (Dianthus caryophyllus)

Carnation Capitan Diaz is a beautifully fragrant hardy perennial, prized for its striking, richly coloured blooms and exceptionally long flowering season. This sun-loving summer variety produces an abundance of classic carnation flowers on sturdy stems, making it a wonderful addition to borders, rockeries, patios, and containers alike.

Easy to grow and drought tolerant once established, this low-maintenance dianthus thrives in well-drained soil, including chalk, and requires minimal care beyond regular deadheading to encourage continuous blooms throughout the summer months. The evergreen foliage provides year-round garden interest, while the fragrant cut flowers bring colour and scent indoors.

A fantastic choice for cottage gardens, raised beds, window boxes, and hanging baskets, Carnation Capitan Diaz also attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators to your garden. Hardy to approximately -15°C, this reliable perennial will return year after year.

Supplied as: 1 x Carnation Capitan Diaz plant in a 2Ltr root-ball, ready for planting out or potting on.

Cultural Information:

• Botanical Name: Dianthus caryophyllus 'Capitan Diaz'


• Common Names: Carnation, Dianthus, Clove Pink


• Classification: Hardy Evergreen Perennial


• Fully Grown Height and Spread: 30–45 cm x 25–30 cm


• Growth Habit: Compact, Mound-Forming Perennial


• Perfect For: Borders, Edging, Rockeries, Containers, Window Boxes, Raised Beds, Hanging Baskets, Cottage Gardens


• Flowering Time: Summer (Long Flowering Season)


• Planting Position: Full Sun, Sheltered Spot


• Soil Type: Well-Drained Soil, Including Chalk


• Watering: Drought Tolerant Once Established


• Attracts: Bees, Butterflies and Other Pollinators


• Hardiness: Hardy to Approximately -15°C


• Foliage: Evergreen, Blue-Green Narrow Leaves


• Cut Flower: Yes – Fragrant Blooms Ideal for Indoor Arrangements

Growing Tips:

• Plant in a sunny, sheltered position for the best results.


• Ensure soil is well drained; avoid waterlogged conditions.


• Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage continuous flowering throughout summer.


• A low-maintenance plant requiring minimal ongoing care once established.

Notes: This listing is for the Capitan Diaz variety, known for its beautifully fragrant and colourful blooms.