Botanical Name: Dianthus plumarius
Common Name: Cottage pink Type of Plant: dicot: perennial Character evergreen Habit of Growth: Overall Shape tumbling, spreading plant with upright flower stems holding blooms above the foliage; very fragrant blooms over a long season Height 12 to 24" Spread 12 to 24" Growth Rate moderate Environment: Exposure outdoors full sun to part shade in hot inland areas Soil requires good drainage; prefers slightly alkaline soils Hardiness hardy – all zones Morphology: Leaves linear, blue-green leaves to 3" long, 1/8" across, oppositely arranged on stem; stems usually spread and point upright at ends Flowers single or double in pink, red white and combinations; very fragrant ‘mini-carnation’ flowers Fruit small capsule Propagation: stem cuttings Usage: spreading border perennial for fragrance, flowers and blue-green color; good along paths, edging plant in rose gardens, or tumbling from raised beds; old-fashioned perennial gardens Landscape Care: Watering prefers regular watering; avoid over-watering in heavy soils Fertilizing slow-release in spring Pruning dead-head frequently to prolong blooming season Pests/Diseases rust and fusarium wilt Special Conditions/Other excellent drainage gives best results with all Dianthus Origin: Bulgaria Family: Caryophyllaceae Notes: |
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