According to tradition, pinks sprang up from the tears Mary shed as she followed her son to Calvary. So it became the official symbol of Mothers Day & stands for maternal undying love. They have everything, beauty, durability & this variety has been specially selected for its sensual heady perfume. Good for cutting, flowering for long periods, slug & rabbit resistant. Attractive to bees & butterflies. Unfussy on soil conditions in sun or part shade. Foliage height 20-30cm (8-12") spread 30cm (12"). Hardy perennial.